Cherry MX Mechanical Keyboard Switch from Japan
A single tactile mechanical switch used in gaming and typing keyboards, featuring a Cherry MX design with gold cross-point contacts for reliable electrical switching. It falls under HTS 8536.50.90.65 as an other switch for voltage not exceeding 1,000 V, not specified elsewhere in the heading. These switches operate low-voltage circuits in consumer electronics.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify voltage rating documentation to confirm under 1,000 V; exceeding this requires reclassification
• Provide detailed technical specs on switching mechanism to avoid misclassification as relays (8536.41)
• Label components clearly with model numbers for customs scrutiny on 'other switches' category