Siemens GEAFOL 1500 kVA Liquid-Filled Pad-Mounted Transformer

A 1500 kVA pad-mounted transformer filled with less-flammable dielectric fluid for underground distribution in urban areas. Classified under HTS 8504.22.0040 due to its liquid dielectric design and power capacity between 650-2,500 kVA, suitable for commercial and residential power delivery.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8504.32.00Higher: 37.4% vs 35%

If converted to dry-type

Absence of liquid dielectric reclassifies to dry-type transformers under 8504.32.

8504.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If imported as transformer parts only

Unassembled cores or coils without tank/enclosure classify as parts in 8504.90.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide FR3 fluid certification if using vegetable-based dielectric; mineral oil requires spill containment docs

Confirm exact kVA rating via manufacturer spec sheet to avoid adjacent capacity subheadings

Include seismic qualification for California imports per Title 24 requirements

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