HS Code 8540.12.1000

Non-high Definition — US Import Duty

Official Description

Thermionic, cold cathode or photocathode tubes (for example, vacuum or vapor or gas filled tubes, mercury arc rectifying tubes, cathode-ray tubes, television camera tubes); parts thereof: > Monochrome: > Non-high definition

Hierarchy: Thermionic, cold cathode or photocathode tubes (for example, vacuum or vapor or gas filled tubes, mercury arc rectifying tubes, cathode-ray tubes, television camera tubes); parts thereof > Monochrome > Non-high definition

US Duty Rates (2026 HTS)

General Rate (MFN)3.6%
Unit of MeasureNO

Special Trade Program Rates

  • FreeA, AU, B, BH, CL, CO, D, E, IL, JO, KR, MA, OM, P, PA, PE, S, SG — see HTS General Notes for eligible countries

Possible Additional Duties

  • Section 301 Brazil TariffThe duty provided in the applicable subheading + 25% (origin: BR)
  • Section 301 "Forced Labor" AlgeriaThe duty provided in the applicable subheading + 12.5% (origin: DZ)
  • Section 301 "Forced Labor" AngolaThe duty provided in the applicable subheading + 12.5% (origin: AO)
  • Section 301 "Forced Labor" ArgentinaThe duty provided in the applicable subheading + 10% (origin: AR)
  • Section 301 "Forced Labor" AustraliaThe duty provided in the applicable subheading + 12.5% (origin: AU)
  • Section 301 "Forced Labor" BahamasThe duty provided in the applicable subheading + 12.5% (origin: BS)

Applicability depends on country of origin and date of entry. Run the calculator for the full duty stack.

Classification

Chapter
Chapter 85 — Electrical Machinery and Equipment and Parts Thereof; Sound Recorders and Reproducers, Television Image and Sound Recorders and Reproducers, and Parts and Accessories of Such Articles
Heading
8540 — Thermionic, cold cathode or photocathode tubes (for example, vacuum or vapor or gas filled tubes, mercury arc rectifying tubes, cathode-ray tubes, television camera tubes); parts thereof

Common Questions

What is the US import duty for HS Code 8540.12.1000?

The general (MFN) duty rate for HS Code 8540.12.1000 (Non-high definition) is 3.6%. Preferential rates apply under 1 special trade program for eligible countries of origin. Use the calculator for an exact landed-cost estimate.

Are there additional tariffs on HS Code 8540.12.1000?

Yes — Chapter 99 measures may apply, including Section 301 Brazil Tariff, Section 301 "Forced Labor" Algeria, Section 301 "Forced Labor" Angola, among others. Applicability depends on the country of origin and entry date.

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