Capacitor End Cap Assembly

Pre-assembled metal end caps with terminal pins for sealing electrolytic capacitors. HTS 8532.90.00.00 covers these hermetic seal assemblies as essential capacitor parts.

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.

8309.90.00Higher: 37.6% vs 35%

If generic metal caps/stoppers

Metal caps without electrical terminals or hermetic specs are stoppers/caps.

7415.21.00Higher: 38% vs 35%

If copper-based screw caps

Copper alloy end caps without terminals may classify as copper articles.

7616.99.51Higher: 37.5% vs 35%

If aluminum capacitor housings

Aluminum cases complete with seals may be capacitor housings vs parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Leak rate specifications (<10^-9 cc/sec helium) prove hermetic seal function for classification

Include pressure rating and electrolyte compatibility data in import documentation

Avoid classification as general metal stampings (8309.90) with capacitor-specific engineering drawings

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