STM32F103C8T6 ARM Cortex-M3 Microcontroller from China

The STM32F103C8T6 is a 32-bit microcontroller based on the ARM Cortex-M3 core, featuring 64KB Flash memory, multiple timers, and communication interfaces like UART, SPI, and I2C. It falls under HTS 8542.31.00.25 as a 32-bit controller designed for embedded applications in consumer electronics, industrial controls, and IoT devices.

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

Ensure chips meet RoHS and REACH standards with proper material declarations

Classify based on bit width specified in datasheet; 32-bit cores like Cortex-M3 qualify

Avoid misclassification as general ICs (8542.39); provide technical specs to CBP