Rhenium Electrical Contact Points
Riveted or welded rhenium tips used in high-reliability electrical contacts for switches and relays. These are finished articles of rhenium, not raw material, and fall under the 'Other' tariff item for rhenium articles.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the contacts are imported as part of an assembled switch or relay.
Assembled electrical apparatus falls under Chapter 85, not Chapter 81.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify these as articles of rhenium, not as electrical machinery parts, to avoid Section XVI exclusions
• Provide documentation on rhenium content and purity
• Ensure the contacts are not part of a larger assembled device at import
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