Wind Turbine Blade Deicing Heater Strip from Japan
Flexible heating resistor strip with simple polymer insulated former and crimp connections, embedded in wind turbine blades for anti-icing. Prevents blade icing that reduces efficiency in cold climates, qualifying under the specific deicing resistor HTS 8516.80.4000.
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
• Provide turbine manufacturer specs confirming anti-icing end use
• Document simple assembly to prevent reclassification as turbine parts