APEM 9501 Rotary Selector Switch from Japan
An industrial 2-position rotary selector switch rated 4A/250VAC for machine control panels and instrumentation. Classified under HTS 8536.50.90.20 due to its rotary action and low amperage rating under 1,000V. Features silver contacts for reliable low-level switching.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Ensure IP rating documentation matches industrial use claims to prevent reclassification
• Provide test reports for contact resistance and dielectric strength for customs validation
• Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring as push-button type, which falls under 8536.50.90.40