S-Band Weather Radar Amplifier from China
High-power S-band (2-4 GHz) amplifier for Doppler weather radar systems, providing 250 kW peak power for precipitation mapping. Classified HTS 8543.70.80.00 as microwave amplifier for meteorological applications. Critical for severe weather detection and aviation safety.
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
• NWS/ICAO certification often required; document Doppler processing capabilities
• Weather radar amps need clutter rejection specs
• High power levels trigger RF exposure evaluations