Mica Band Heater Resistor from China
A flat, flexible electric heating resistor made with mica sheets and nichrome wire, designed for band heaters used to maintain temperature in industrial plastic molding barrels. It falls under HTS 8516.80.8000 as an electric heating resistor for domestic or general use, distinct from specialized resistors in heading 8545. Typical resistance values range from 10-100 ohms depending on voltage.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify resistor wattage and voltage ratings match import declarations to avoid misclassification; obtain supplier test reports for ohmic resistance; ensure packaging prevents damage to fragile mica insulation during transit