Ceramic PTC Thermistor Element from China
Positive temperature coefficient (PTC) ceramic thermistor element that increases resistance dramatically at threshold temperature for self-regulating heating or overcurrent protection. Ceramic material electrically reactive per HTS 8533.90.40.00 for 8533.40 goods. Utilized in motor start circuits and battery protection.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
Import Tips
• Specify Curie temperature and switching ratio in documentation; ensure element-only import without encapsulation; test functionality to confirm PTC behavior