Aluminum Conductor Composite Core (ACCC Baltimore)

ACCC Baltimore features aluminum strands around a composite (non-steel) core for high-temperature overhead electrical conduction, bare and uninsulated. Falls under HTS 7614.90.20 as stranded uninsulated aluminum electrical conductors. Aluminum provides the primary electrical pathway meeting non-alloyed specs.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.9%+75.0%79.9%
🇲🇽Mexico4.9%+50.0%54.9%
🇨🇦Canada4.9%+50.0%54.9%
🇩🇪Germany4.9%+50.0%54.9%
🇯🇵Japan4.9%+50.0%54.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

7614.90.40Same rate: 79.9%

If aluminum is alloyed

Alloyed aluminum in stranded form exceeds non-alloyed limits in chapter note (a), directing to .40 subheading.

7019.19Lower: 14.2% vs 79.9%

If composite core is glass fiber dominant and end use shifts

Glass fiber composite cores may pull classification to Chapter 70 if not primarily aluminum conductor.

8544.49.20Lower: 38.5% vs 79.9%

If fitted with insulation for safety

Any insulation coverage classifies under insulated conductors in 8544.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify composite core material to prevent Chapter 39 plastics classification; focus on aluminum conduction function

Avoid describing as 'cable with core' to prevent parts reclass

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