HTS 8540.40.10.50: US import duty from China
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, Data/graphic display tubes, monochrome; data/graphic display tubes, color, with a phosphor dot screen pitch smaller than 0.4 mm, Other. Here is the full China to US duty stack and what it costs to land.
Duty rate & fees
| Charge | Rate |
|---|---|
| Base duty (MFN) | 3% |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | 25% |
| Total duty (on customs value) | 28% |
| 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) | $300.00 |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | $2,500.00 |
| Merchandise Processing Fee | $34.64 |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee | $12.50 |
| Total landed cost | $12,847.14 |
Excludes freight and insurance. Run your exact numbers in the calculator →
FAQ
What is the import duty on HTS 8540.40.10.50 from China?
Goods classified under HTS 8540.40.10.50 (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, Data/graphic display tubes, monochrome; data/graphic display tubes, color, with a phosphor dot screen pitch smaller than 0.4 mm, Other) have a duty of 28% 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 8540.40.10.50 cover?
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, Data/graphic display tubes, monochrome; data/graphic display tubes, color, with a phosphor dot screen pitch smaller than 0.4 mm, Other. US Customs and Border Protection determines the final classification at entry.
How much does it cost to import HTS 8540.40.10.50 from China?
On a $10,000 shipment, the estimated total landed cost is $12,847, about 28.5% in duty and fees. Use the calculator for your exact value, quantity, and shipping mode.
Related codes in heading 8540
- 8540.11.10.30Thermionic, 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, Cathode-ray television picture tubes, including video monitor cathode-ray tubes, Color, Non-high definition, non-projection, having a video display diagonal exceeding <il>35.56 cm</il>, Having a video display diagonal, Not exceeding <il>39 cm</il>
- 8540.11.10.40Thermionic, 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, Cathode-ray television picture tubes, including video monitor cathode-ray tubes, Color, Non-high definition, non-projection, having a video display diagonal exceeding <il>35.56 cm</il>, Having a video display diagonal, Exceeding <il>39 cm</il> but not exceeding <il>45 cm</il>
- 8540.11.10.50Thermionic, 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, Cathode-ray television picture tubes, including video monitor cathode-ray tubes, Color, Non-high definition, non-projection, having a video display diagonal exceeding <il>35.56 cm</il>, Having a video display diagonal, Exceeding <il>45 cm</il> but not exceeding <il>50 cm</il>
- 8540.11.10.55Thermionic, 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, Cathode-ray television picture tubes, including video monitor cathode-ray tubes, Color, Non-high definition, non-projection, having a video display diagonal exceeding <il>35.56 cm</il>, Having a video display diagonal, Exceeding <il>50 cm</il> but not exceeding <il>63 cm</il>
- 8540.11.10.85Thermionic, 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, Cathode-ray television picture tubes, including video monitor cathode-ray tubes, Color, Non-high definition, non-projection, having a video display diagonal exceeding <il>35.56 cm</il>, Having a video display diagonal, Exceeding 63 cm
- 8540.11.24.01Thermionic, 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, Cathode-ray television picture tubes, including video monitor cathode-ray tubes, Color, Non-high definition, non-projection, having a video display diagonal not exceeding <il>35.56 cm</il>, Having a video display diagonal not exceeding <il>34.29 cm</il>
- 8540.11.28.01Thermionic, 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, Cathode-ray television picture tubes, including video monitor cathode-ray tubes, Color, Non-high definition, non-projection, having a video display diagonal not exceeding <il>35.56 cm</il>, Other
- 8540.11.30.00Thermionic, 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, Cathode-ray television picture tubes, including video monitor cathode-ray tubes, Color, High definition, having a video display diagonal exceeding <il>35.56 cm</il>
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.