Traveling Wave Tube Amplifier TWT

High-power vacuum tube amplifier using a helix slow-wave structure for microwave amplification in satellite communications. HTS 8540.89.00.80 covers this as other vapor or vacuum filled tubes for RF applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+35.0%38.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%+10.0%13.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8525.50.30Lower: 35% vs 38.7%

If assembled into transmission apparatus

When integrated with modulator/driver, becomes complete transmission equipment.

8517.62.00Lower: 32.5% vs 38.7%

If for radar apparatus

Radar-specific machines and their tubes fall under telecommunications equipment heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

,Specify helix construction and vacuum envelope in technical literature for proper 8540 classification