38kV Vertical-Break Center-Rotating Knife Switch
The 38kV vertical-break knife switch features a center-rotating blade mechanism for transmission line sectionalizing. It provides a high-visibility open position for voltages exceeding 1,000V in outdoor installations, classifying it under tariff item 8535.30.00.
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 |
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Alternative Classifications
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If the switch includes voltage limiting features
Voltage limiters for high-voltage circuits are classified under subheading 8535.40.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide documentation confirming the voltage rating exceeds 1,000V
• Ensure the switch complies with Canadian electrical safety standards
• Verify if any special import restrictions apply to high-voltage equipment
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The 12kV oil-immersed knife switch is designed for immersion in transformer oil, providing superior arc quenching for high-voltage applications. Its blade mechanism ensures reliable make-and-break above 1,000V in oil-filled enclosures, classifying it under tariff item 8535.30.00.
15kV Gang-Operated Air Break Knife Switch
The 15kV gang-operated air break knife switch is used in overhead power distribution lines to isolate sections of the circuit. It features multiple blades that open and close simultaneously for safe make-and-break operations above 1,000V, falling under tariff item 8535.30.00.
24kV Hook-Operated Distribution Knife Switch
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27kV Single-Phase Hookstick Knife Switch
The 27kV single-phase hookstick-operated knife switch is used for manual operation from ground level in utility substations. The hookstick design allows pole-top disengagement for safe circuit isolation above 1,000V, falling under tariff item 8535.30.00.
4.16kV Pad-Mount Knife Switch
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5kV Three-Phase Side-Break Knife Switch
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