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General Electric PowerVac 15kV Vacuum Circuit Breaker

GE PowerVac vacuum interrupter breaker rated 15kV for metal-clad switchgear applications. Falls into 8535.90.80.60 as other high-voltage (>1000V) switching apparatus.

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.

8537.10.91Higher: 52.7% vs 40.2%

If when imported as part of complete switchgear assembly

Assembled into panels shifts classification to 8537 control boards.

8543.70.45Lower: 40.1% vs 40.2%

If vacuum interrupter modules sold separately as components

Electrical components without housing go to heading 8543.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide vacuum bottle integrity test results and X-ray certifications

• Ensure SF6-free declaration if applicable for environmental compliance