Mercury Arc Rectifier Tube from Germany
Gas-filled tube using mercury vapor arc for high-voltage DC power conversion in industrial applications. HTS 8540.89.00.80 includes mercury arc rectifying tubes as specified in heading description.
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
• Hazardous material declaration mandatory due to mercury content; follow EPA/DOT regulations
• Prove vapor construction vs solid-state rectifiers (8541.10) with cutaway diagrams