Bowthorpe LMP Outdoor Surge Arrester from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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