Apple M2 Max GPU from China
Integrated graphics processing unit within Apple Silicon SoC featuring 38 GPU cores for MacBook Pro. Qualifies under HTS 8542.31.00.40 as discrete graphics processor circuitry despite system-on-chip integration. Handles ray tracing, mesh shading, and unified memory architecture graphics tasks.
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
• SoC imports require breakdown showing GPU die area vs CPU for proper IC classification
• Apple suppliers often ship bare dies; ensure packaging status declared correctly
• Avoid classifying entire SoC under 8542.31; specify GPU processor component