Flight Data Recorder Sensor Interface PCA from Japan
A specialized printed circuit assembly that interfaces multiple aircraft sensors with the flight data recorder, featuring analog-to-digital converters and isolation circuits. It handles inputs from accelerometers, gyroscopes, and pressure sensors essential for crash survivable memory units. Meets 8543.90.1500 criteria as a joined subassembly for FDR systems.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide sensor compatibility certificates and interface specifications to demonstrate FDR-specific function
• Ensure anti-static packaging and ESD protection documentation for sensitive avionics imports
• Watch for pitfalls in declaring as 'general sensor boards' which could trigger reclassification