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Photocathode Image Intensifier Tube from Mexico

Vacuum tube with photocathode and microchannel plate that amplifies low-light images for night vision devices. Falls under HTS 8540.89.00.80 as photocathode tube, distinct from complete night vision cameras (8525.83).

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

13.7%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico

Import Tips

Strict ITAR/EAR compliance required; register with DDTC for defense articles

Distinguish from thermal imagers (8525.89) by photocathode amplification documentation

Photocathode Image Intensifier Tube from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8540.89.00.80