Ceramic High-Voltage Coupling Insulator from China
A porcelain coupling device that electrically connects high-voltage busbars while providing insulation for circuits over 1,000V. HTS 8535.90.80.20 applies to such electrical couplings in power distribution substations.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include creepage distance measurements in technical docs for voltage compliance verification
• Certify material as porcelain or ceramic to distinguish from plastic insulators
• Package individually to avoid damage claims during customs inspection