Geiger-Muller Counter Tube from Japan
Gas-filled tube detecting ionizing radiation through avalanche discharge between electrodes. Classified HTS 8540.89.00.80 as other gas/vapor filled tubes for radiation detection.
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
• NRC registration mandatory for radiation detection equipment import
• Specify fill gas (helium/argon) and window material for proper classification
• Complete survey meters classify under 9030.38, not tube components