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Plastic Switch Mounting Insulators

Plastic switch mounting insulators provide electrical isolation when installing switches in panels. They have plastic construction with minor metal screws for attachment, fitting the definition of insulating fittings of plastics.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited StatesFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

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8538.90.10Same rate: Free

If the insulators are designed solely for a specific switch model

Parts of electrical apparatus may be classified under heading 85.38.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Verify the insulators are not classified as parts of the switch under heading 85.36

β€’ Provide technical data showing the insulating function

β€’ Ensure metal screws are minor and for assembly

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