Telecom Line Protection Fuse from China
Specialized fuse for telecommunications equipment protecting against lightning-induced surges and overcurrents on lines up to 1,000V. Features fast response time for sensitive electronics. HTS 8536.10.00 for low-voltage circuit protection.
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
• Telecom fuses often need Telcordia GR-1089 compliance for lightning immunity
• Line voltage vs equipment voltage distinction important for proper rating
• Mixed with surge protectors; separate documentation to avoid assembly classification