US Circuit Board Assemblies in Mexico from Japan
Printed circuit boards fabricated in US with components populated in Mexico via wave soldering assembly. US boards maintain identity through assembly process with cleaning and conformal coating as incidental. Duty-free under 9802.00.80.46 note 7(b)(ii).
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
• Gerber files and US fab house certificates prove board origination
• Assembly yield rates monitored to prevent value advancement claims
• SMT component placement distinguished from prohibited US board modification