WEG TP-500-3 500 kVA Three-Phase Padmount Transformer
A 500 kVA three-phase padmount transformer designed for underground distribution, stepping down 12470Y/7200V to 480Y/277V. It features a radial core and ONAN cooling for reliable outdoor operation. This transformer is classified under tariff item 8504.33.00 as its power handling capacity is at the upper limit of the 16 kVA to 500 kVA range.
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 |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the transformer is liquid-filled and rated under 650 kVA
Liquid dielectric transformers with capacity not exceeding 650 kVA are classified under a specific heading for liquid-filled transformers.
If the power handling capacity exceeds 500 kVA
Transformers with capacity over 500 kVA are classified under a separate tariff item.
If imported as a spare part
Components such as tap changers or bushings are classified as parts of transformers.
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
• Verify that the transformer complies with Canadian electrical codes for padmount installations
• Ensure the kVA rating is clearly stated on the commercial invoice for accurate classification
• Check if provincial utility standards require specific testing or certification
Related Products under Tariff item 8504.33.00
100 kVA Dry-Type Cast Coil Transformer
A 100 kVA dry-type cast coil transformer for indoor industrial applications, converting 480V delta to 208Y/120V. It falls under tariff item 8504.33.00 as a power transformer with a power handling capacity exceeding 16 kVA but not exceeding 500 kVA.
125 kVA Hospital Emergency Power Transformer
A 125 kVA dry-type transformer for hospital UPS and emergency power systems, converting 480V to 208V with low impedance for generator starts. It is classified under tariff item 8504.33.00 as a power transformer with a capacity exceeding 16 kVA but not exceeding 500 kVA.
150 kVA Oil-Filled Substation Transformer
A 150 kVA oil-filled pad-mounted substation transformer for three-phase distribution, stepping down 12.47 kV to 480V. It falls under tariff item 8504.33.00 as a power transformer with a capacity exceeding 16 kVA but not exceeding 500 kVA.
18 kVA Marine Step-Down Transformer
An 18 kVA dry-type step-down transformer for shipboard use, converting 440V to 230V with an IP56 enclosure and epoxy coating for saltwater environments. It falls under tariff item 8504.33.00 as a power transformer with a capacity exceeding 16 kVA but not exceeding 500 kVA.
200 kVA Industrial Buck-Boost Transformer
A 200 kVA industrial buck-boost transformer for voltage correction in heavy industrial plants, handling 200 kVA loads. It is classified under tariff item 8504.33.00 as a power transformer with a capacity exceeding 16 kVA but not exceeding 500 kVA.
20 kVA Solar Inverter Step-Up Transformer
A 20 kVA dry-type isolation transformer for solar inverter systems, boosting 480V AC to 13.8 kV distribution. It falls under tariff item 8504.33.00 as a power transformer with a capacity exceeding 16 kVA but not exceeding 500 kVA.