Spectrol 534 Series Wirewound Potentiometer

Spectrol 534 is a heavy-duty industrial wirewound potentiometer for servo controls and process automation, rated 5W with 10-turn precision. Classified HTS 8533.40.80 as other variable resistors excluding heating types. Provides robust shaft-driven resistance variation.

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.

8537.10.91Higher: 52.7% vs 35%

If control panels with integral adjustment

Boards/panels containing variable resistors classify as control panels.

8481.80.90Higher: 37% vs 35%

If integral to industrial valves/actuators

Position feedback pots in valves classify with tap/t valve heading.

9032.89.60Higher: 36.7% vs 35%

If automatic control components

Servo potentiometers for closed-loop controls classify as regulator parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include vibration/shock test data for industrial applications

Specify bushing mount vs servo mount in technical descriptions

Confirm dissipation rating < heating threshold for proper heading placement

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