HTS 8533.21.00.50: US import duty from China
Electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), other than heating resistors; parts thereof, Other fixed resistors, For a power handling capacity not exceeding <il>20 W</il>, Having more than two leads (resistor networks), Single-in-line. Here is the full China to US duty stack and what it costs to land.
Duty rate & fees
| Charge | Rate |
|---|---|
| Base duty (MFN) | 0% |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | 25% |
| Total duty (on customs value) | 25% |
| Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) | 0.3464% (min $33.58, max $651.50) |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF), ocean | 0.125% |
Worked example: $10,000 shipment
| Customs value | $10,000.00 |
| Base duty (MFN) | $0.00 |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | $2,500.00 |
| Merchandise Processing Fee | $34.64 |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee | $12.50 |
| Total landed cost | $12,547.14 |
Excludes freight and insurance. Run your exact numbers in the calculator →
FAQ
What is the import duty on HTS 8533.21.00.50 from China?
Goods classified under HTS 8533.21.00.50 (Electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), other than heating resistors; parts thereof, Other fixed resistors, For a power handling capacity not exceeding <il>20 W</il>, Having more than two leads (resistor networks), Single-in-line) have a duty of 25% of the customs value on the China to US lane (base rate plus any Section 301 tariff), plus the Merchandise Processing Fee (0.3464%, min $33.58, max $651.50) and, for ocean shipments, the Harbor Maintenance Fee (0.125%).
What does HTS code 8533.21.00.50 cover?
Electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), other than heating resistors; parts thereof, Other fixed resistors, For a power handling capacity not exceeding <il>20 W</il>, Having more than two leads (resistor networks), Single-in-line. US Customs and Border Protection determines the final classification at entry.
How much does it cost to import HTS 8533.21.00.50 from China?
On a $10,000 shipment, the estimated total landed cost is $12,547, about 25.5% in duty and fees. Use the calculator for your exact value, quantity, and shipping mode.
Related codes in heading 8533
- 8533.10.00.20Electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), other than heating resistors; parts thereof, Fixed carbon resistors, composition or film types, Designed for surface mounting (SMD) by contact, Having more than two terminals (resistor networks)
- 8533.10.00.42Electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), other than heating resistors; parts thereof, Fixed carbon resistors, composition or film types, Designed for surface mounting (SMD) by contact, Having two terminals
- 8533.10.00.57Electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), other than heating resistors; parts thereof, Fixed carbon resistors, composition or film types, Having more than two leads (resistor networks)
- 8533.10.00.60Electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), other than heating resistors; parts thereof, Fixed carbon resistors, composition or film types, Other, Carbon composition
- 8533.10.00.65Electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), other than heating resistors; parts thereof, Fixed carbon resistors, composition or film types, Other, Carbon film
- 8533.21.00.10Electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), other than heating resistors; parts thereof, Other fixed resistors, For a power handling capacity not exceeding <il>20 W</il>, Designed for surface mounting (SMD) by contact, Having more than two terminals (resistor networks), Dual-in-line package
- 8533.21.00.20Electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), other than heating resistors; parts thereof, Other fixed resistors, For a power handling capacity not exceeding <il>20 W</il>, Designed for surface mounting (SMD) by contact, Having more than two terminals (resistor networks), Other (including flat packs)
- 8533.21.00.30Electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), other than heating resistors; parts thereof, Other fixed resistors, For a power handling capacity not exceeding <il>20 W</il>, Designed for surface mounting (SMD) by contact, Having two terminals, Flat resistor chips
Estimates for planning only. Final classification and duty are determined by U.S. Customs and Border Protection at entry. Rates from USITC HTSUS 2026-06-15-cn-us. The IEEPA reciprocal tariff was struck down (SCOTUS, 2026-02-20) and is excluded. Not legal or customs-broker advice.