2N3904 NPN Switching Transistor

The 2N3904 is a low-power NPN transistor rated at 625mW dissipation, ideal for signal amplification and low-speed switching in audio circuits and hobbyist projects. Classified under HTS 8541.21.00 for transistors under 1W, excluding photosensitive types. Widely used in Arduino boards and small signal applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+50.0%50%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

Alternative Classifications

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

8541.29.00Same rate: 50%

If for medium-power variants like 2N3055

Transistors exceeding 1W dissipation move to the higher dissipation subheading.

8536.90.40Lower: 35% vs 50%

If mounted on circuit boards as assemblies

Board-mounted transistors classify as electrical apparatus rather than discrete devices.

8541.41.00Lower: 25% vs 50%

If photosensitive versions like phototransistors

Light-sensitive transistors fall under photosensitive semiconductor devices.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Provide electrical characteristic sheets showing dissipation <1W for customs verification

β€’ Label shipments clearly separating low-power from medium-power variants to prevent reclassification

β€’ Comply with semiconductor export controls; declare end-use to avoid ITAR restrictions