2N3904 NPN Switching Transistor from China

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.

Duty Rate — China → United States

50%

Rate breakdown

9903.91.0550%Effective with respect to entries on or after January 1, 2025, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 31 to this subchapter
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

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

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

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