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Brass Lugs for High-Voltage Cable Termination

Heavy-duty brass cable lugs crimped onto conductors for terminating high-voltage cables over 1,000V in switchgear. These electrical terminals are specifically covered by HTS 8535.90.80.20.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.7%+37.5%40.2%
🇲🇽Mexico2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇨🇦Canada2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7419Lower: 12.5% vs 40.2%

If plain brass articles without electrical specification

Non-electrical brass components fall under Chapter 74 base metals.

8536.41.00Same rate: 40.2%

If mounted on relay bases

Terminals fixed to relay panels become parts of relays in 8536.

8535.90.40Same rate: 40.2%

If for voltages not exceeding 1,000V

Low-voltage lugs classified separately from high-voltage terminals.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Specify cable size range and voltage class on commercial invoice

• Provide RoHS compliance if containing lead for older designs

• Separate from cables during import to avoid heading 8544 classification

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