8542.32.00 - Memories

Category 8542.32.00 specifically covers integrated electronic circuits designed for memory functions. This includes a wide range of semiconductor devices that store digital data, such as volatile memory (like DRAM) and non-volatile memory (like ROM, EEPROM, and Flash memory). These are distinct from other categories within 8542.32.00, such as processors and controllers (8542.31.00), which primarily perform computational tasks, and simple amplifiers (8542.33.00.01), which are designed to increase the power of a signal.

This classification is further delineated by subcategories based on the type of memory technology. For instance, further breakdown may distinguish between dynamic random-access memory (DRAM) and static random-access memory (SRAM), highlighting differences in their operational principles and applications. Other specific types of memory, such as electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM) and erasable programmable read-only memory (EPROM), are also detailed within this section to ensure precise classification.

The purpose of these subcategories is to allow for more granular identification of specific memory types, which can be crucial for trade statistics, tariff rate determination, and compliance with import/export regulations. By distinguishing between these various memory technologies, customs authorities can accurately classify goods based on their inherent technological characteristics and intended use.