ECC88/6DJ8 Low-Noise Triode from Germany
The ECC88/6DJ8 is a dual triode vacuum tube prized for its extremely low noise floor in phono preamplifiers, headphone amps, and RF front-ends of communications receivers. Its high transconductance enables superior signal handling. Under HTS 8540.81.00.00 as a premium amplifier tube.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Specify microphonics testing results for phono stage applications
• Document European origin codes (Mullard, Telefunken) for valuation
• Humidity-controlled packaging required for long transits