Bowthorpe LMP Outdoor Surge Arrester from Germany
Bowthorpe LMP series lightning monitoring protected arresters for 11-33kV networks with surge counter integration. Monitors actual surge events for maintenance planning. HTS 8535.40.00.00 classification despite monitoring feature.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Primary function is surge protection; monitoring is secondary feature for classification
• Include surge counter calibration certificate from accredited lab
• Separate leakage current monitor function documentation