Schneider Electric Micrologic Trip Unit from China
The Micrologic trip unit is an electronic module for Schneider Electric Masterpact circuit breakers that provides adjustable protection settings for overcurrent and short circuits. It falls under HTS 8538.90.81.20 as a specialized part designed solely for use with automatic circuit breakers in heading 8536. This component integrates microprocessor-based monitoring and tripping functions essential for modern breaker operation.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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
• Verify the part is explicitly designed for circuit breakers of heading 8536 via manufacturer specs to avoid reclassification as general electrical parts
• Include detailed technical datasheets and compatibility certificates in documentation to prove 'sole or principal use' with automatic circuit breakers