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LSP Surge Guard Transient Voltage Surge Suppressor

Whole-house surge protector installed at service entrance to safeguard entire electrical systems from lightning-induced surges. Classified HTS 8536.30.8000 for other protective electrical apparatus ≤1,000V.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8535.90.40Higher: 40.2% vs 37.5%

If surface-mount junction box style

Apparatus for ≤1,000V connections under 8535.90 if enclosure dominates function.

8536.10.00Higher: 40.2% vs 37.5%

If with fuse holder integration

Fuses under 8536.10 if primary protection via replaceable fuses.

9032.89.60Higher: 39.2% vs 37.5%

If with automatic monitoring/recording

Automatic regulators with surge functions shift to 9032 for control instruments.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Document NEMA enclosure ratings (NEMA 4X) and short-circuit current ratings (SCCR)

• Specify installation location (service entrance) to justify protective apparatus status