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Vacuum Photodiode Tube from Japan

S-4 response vacuum photodiode tube with Cs-O-Ag photocathode for UV light detection in spectrophotometers, featuring fast response time (<2ns) and high radiant sensitivity. Operates without electron multiplication for direct photocurrent generation. HTS 8540.89.00.60 covers this as a light-sensing vacuum tube with photocathode.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Specify spectral response curve (160-650nm) to distinguish from semiconductor photodiodes

• Base material certificates required if containing controlled substances like cesium compounds

• Avoid packaging with optical mounts that could trigger instrument parts classification