Proximity Sensor Module from Japan
An infrared proximity sensor module used in robotics and automation to detect nearby objects without physical contact. It falls under HTS 8543.70.98 as an electrical machine with the individual function of non-contact object detection, not specified elsewhere in Chapter 85. These sensors typically output digital or analog signals for integration into larger systems.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify sensor specifications including detection range and output type to confirm HTS 8543.70.98 classification and avoid reclassification to 8543.70.93
• Include detailed technical datasheets and FCC compliance documentation for electromagnetic compatibility