Schneider Electric NW40 Isolating Switch from Mexico

Schneider NW40 is a load-break rotary isolating switch for 40A, 1,000-6,500V applications in power distribution systems. Classified under HTS 8535.30.00 for make-and-break functionality in high-voltage environments.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

12.7%

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

Import Tips

Provide manufacturer test certificates proving >1,000V rating and isolating capability per ANSI/IEEE standards

Label clearly as 'isolating switch' not 'circuit breaker' to prevent CBP misclassification

Watch for auxiliary contacts; document as integral parts to maintain 8535 classification