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8540.71.20.00 - Modified for use as parts of microwave ovens 🖩

Details

FieldValue
Unit of QuantityNo.
General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General)Free
Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special)N/A
Column 2 Rate of Duty35%
Quota QuantityN/A
Additional DutiesN/A
About Duty Rates: Rates are divided into Column 1 and Column 2. Column 1 is subdivided into General (normal trade relations rates for all countries not eligible for special programs) and Special (preferential rates for countries with free trade agreements or preference programs). Column 2 rates apply to products from Cuba, North Korea, Belarus, and Russia. When no special rate exists for a classification, General rates apply.

Overview

This HTS category, 8540.71.20.00, specifically covers magnetrons that have been modified for use as parts of microwave ovens. These components are integral to the function of microwave ovens, generating the microwave radiation necessary for heating. Their classification is based on their specialized design and intended application within this particular appliance, distinguishing them from general-purpose magnetrons.

Unlike the sibling category 8540.71.40.00 which covers "Other" magnetrons (likely encompassing those not specifically designed for microwave ovens or used in other applications), this subcategory is narrowly defined by its explicit modification for use in microwave ovens. The key differentiating factor is the adaptation of the magnetron for this specific appliance role, implying specific design features or integrated circuitry related to its incorporation into a microwave oven system.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Classification under this heading relies on the confirmation that the magnetron in question is indeed intended for and adapted for integration into a microwave oven. This often involves examining documentation, product specifications, or the physical characteristics of the component itself to verify its specific application.

Frequently Asked Questions

›What is HTS code 8540.71.20.00?
HTS code 8540.71.20.00 covers Modified for use as parts of microwave ovens under the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. It falls under 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.
›What products are classified under 8540.71.20.00?
This classification covers Modified for use as parts of microwave ovens. It is a subcategory of Magnetrons: (8540.71).
›What is the import duty rate for 8540.71.20.00?
The general rate of duty for HTS 8540.71.20.00 is Free. The Column 2 rate is 35%.
›What unit of quantity is used for 8540.71.20.00?
Imports under HTS 8540.71.20.00 are measured in No..

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