Psophometer

Psophometers measure weighted noise in telephone circuits using the psophometric curve for standardized audio assessment. Specifically listed under HTS 9030.40.00.00 for telecommunications noise measurement.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9030.82.00Same rate: 35%

If for electricity meters measuring power noise

Instruments for electrical quantities like power line noise go to 9030.82.

9026.10.40Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If used for environmental noise rather than telecom circuits

General noise/volume meters for non-electrical/telecom use classify in 9026.

8517Lower: 10% vs 35%

If when part of telephone line testing sets

Integral parts of telecom transmission apparatus classify with the set in 8517.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Reference ITU-T O.41 standard in documentation to substantiate telecom classification

Calibrate to international standards before import to prevent disputes