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Geiger-Mueller Counter Tube from Germany

Geiger-Mueller tubes detect ionizing radiation through gas ionization avalanche in a cylindrical gas volume. Essential for radiation monitoring, they classify as gas electron tubes under HTS 8540.89.0020.

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 fill gas (helium/neon mix typical) and operating voltage plateau

NRC import license may be required for radiation detection equipment

Dead time and efficiency specs help establish detector function

Geiger-Mueller Counter Tube from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8540.89.00.20