Mercury Relay Circuit Boards from Japan
Telecom equipment PCBs with mercury-wetted reed relays for signal switching. HTS 8549.31.00.00 applies to electronic assemblies containing mercury-switches. Legacy systems replaced by solid-state alternatives.
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
• Identify and quantify mercury relays per board; use secondary containment packaging; partner with certified mercury reclaimers