27kV Single-Phase Hookstick Knife Switch from Germany
A 27kV single-phase hookstick-operated knife switch for manual operation from ground level in utility substations. The hookstick design allows pole-top disengagement for safe circuit isolation above 1,000V. Meets HTS 8535.30.00.40 criteria for knife-style make-and-break switching.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide IEEE Std C37.20.4 test reports proving >1,000V rating to avoid reclassification
• Label with exact voltage and BIL (Basic Impulse Level) ratings; pitfall is incomplete technical specs
• Check for hookstick interoperability standards in import docs for utility compliance