Bernafon Alpha Processor Chip from Japan
Digital signal processor IC for Bernafon Alpha hearing aids handling noise reduction and frequency shaping. HTS 9021.90.4040 per Chapter 90 parts rule for components solely principally used in such medical apparatus.
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 firmware version matching and DSP algorithm specs; classify as controlled medical tech if encryption-enabled; avoid semiconductor general rulings