HS Code for Radar display tube
Radar display tubes are classified under HS code 8540.60. These components are specialized cathode-ray tubes (CRTs) designed to visualize the electronic signals received by a radar system. Heading 8540 covers thermionic, cold cathode, or photo-cathode valves and tubes. Subheading 8540.60 is the specific category for "other" cathode-ray tubes that are not used for television receivers or data/graphic displays of a type used in computers. Radar display tubes often have unique phosphors and persistence characteristics required for sweep-line radar imaging, which distinguishes them from standard consumer electronics tubes. Even as the industry shifts toward LCD and LED technology, these specific vacuum-tube components remain classified here based on their physical construction as cathode-ray devices.
Products Included
- Monochrome radar CRTs
- Color radar display tubes
- Plan Position Indicator (PPI) tubes
- A-scope radar tubes
- Specialized maritime radar vacuum displays
Common Misclassification
Radar display tubes are frequently misclassified under 8540.11 or 8540.12, which are reserved for television receiver cathode-ray tubes. They are also sometimes incorrectly placed under 8526.10, which is the code for the complete radar apparatus. Per the rules of Chapter 85, individual tubes must be classified in 8540 rather than as parts of the radar system in 8529, provided they are not already excluded by legal notes.
FAQ
What is the HS code for radar display tubes?
The specific HS code for cathode-ray radar display tubes is 8540.60.
Are modern LCD radar screens classified here?
No, LCD or LED screens used for radar are typically classified under 8528 as monitors or 8524 as flat panel display modules.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Radar display tube?
The HS code for Radar display tube is 854060 (Tubes; cathode ray, n.e.c. in heading no. 8540).
How do I classify Radar display tube for customs?
Radar display tube is classified under HS code 854060 — Tubes; cathode ray, n.e.c. in heading no. 8540. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Radar display tube the same in all countries?
The base HS code 854060 for Radar display tube is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.