Vulcanized Fiber Arc Chute Sheets from Japan
Non-reinforced sheets of vulcanized fiber cut for circuit breaker arc chutes to extinguish electrical arcs. The material's heat resistance and non-conductivity make it suitable without chemical modification beyond vulcanization. Classifies in HTS 3920.79.05.00 as vulcanized fiber plates/sheets.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include dielectric strength test results (>500 V/mil) in import docs
• Note US special rates for tubes/hoses don't apply here per heading 3917 note
• Avoid bulk packaging confusion with household articles excluded from 3924