5G mmWave Base Station Amplifier from China
mmWave amplifier module for 5G base stations operating 24-40 GHz with massive MIMO beamforming capability. Under HTS 8543.70.80.00 as microwave amplifier for cellular infrastructure. Enables high-capacity 5G networks through advanced phased array amplification.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Carrier-specific frequency approvals required; document beamforming array configurations. 5G amps often need SAR testing certification
• Beware of classification as complete base stations (8517.13)