IDC Ribbon Cable Connector from China

Insulation Displacement Contact (IDC) connectors for ribbon or flat cables feature contacts that pierce insulation for solderless termination, typically 10-40 positions. HTS 8536.69.40 covers ribbon/flat cable connectors for low-voltage circuits. Used in data storage drives, printers, and internal cabling.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

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
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]

Import Tips

Specify pitch (e.g

0.1") and position count; mismatch causes reclassification

Distinguish from complete ribbon cable assemblies (8544.49)

Provide wire gauge compatibility in technical specs