ECC88/6DJ8 Low-Noise Triode from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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