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Metallic Bimetal Strip for Relay Thermal Protection from Japan

A bimetallic strip made of two bonded metallic alloys for thermal snap-action relays under HTS 8536.30.40. It mechanically deforms when heated to open or close electrical contacts, providing over-temperature protection. Reacts mechanically to temperature changes per subheading requirements.

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

Provide engineering drawings showing integration with specific relay models; ensure bimetal deflection specs meet temperature reactivity standards; declare exact metallic alloy composition to avoid ceramic classification errors