Ignitron Mercury Pool Tube from Canada
Ignitrons are high-current mercury pool gas tubes for welding control and electrolytic processes, igniting mercury vapor arc for conduction. They qualify under HTS 8540.89.0020 as vapor electron tubes.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Hazardous material declaration mandatory due to mercury pool content
• Specify current rating (>1000A typical) to distinguish from lower-power tubes
• Mounting flange dimensions affect packaging classification