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Residential Electric Meter Box Cast Iron

Cast iron protective housing for single-phase electric meters in homes, featuring weatherproof seals and grounding provisions. Designed for sidewalk or pit mounting. HTS 7325.10.0035 applies as a nonmalleable cast iron meter box.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChinaFree+50.0%50%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexicoFree+25.0%25%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanadaFree+25.0%25%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+25.0%25%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+25.0%25%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7325.99Lower: 15.4% vs 50%

If cast from alloy steel

Alloyed compositions exceed nonmalleable cast iron limits, using other cast steel headings.

8537.10.91Higher: 52.7% vs 50%

If imported with integrated control panels

Boards or panels with meter housings classify under electrical control apparatus.

7308.90.95Higher: 75% vs 50%

If rectangular fabricated from sheet metal

Non-cast, welded sheet metal structures fall under other steel structures.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code โ€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Provide UL or equivalent certification for electrical safety to facilitate customs clearance

โ€ข Document wall thickness and load-bearing specs to confirm cast iron classification

โ€ข Watch for reclassification if polymer-coated, potentially moving to coated iron articles