Siemens ETU Electronic Trip Unit

Siemens ETU (Electronic Trip Unit) for Sentron power circuit breakers provides digital protection with LCD display for monitoring breaker status. Classified under HTS 8538.90.81.20 as it is principally designed for automatic circuit breakers of heading 8536. Features include ground fault protection and communication capabilities for industrial applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.5%+35.0%38.5%
🇲🇽Mexico3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇨🇦Canada3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇩🇪Germany3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇯🇵Japan3.5%+10.0%13.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8538.90.10Lower: 35% vs 38.5%

If the part qualifies under additional U.S. note 11 to chapter 85

Certain specified electrical apparatus parts receive special tariff treatment under 8538.90.10

8537.10.91Higher: 52.7% vs 38.5%

If for control panels containing similar electronic modules

If principally used in 8537 control boards rather than standalone breakers, classification shifts to heading 8537

8473.30Lower: 35% vs 38.5%

If industrial assembly with data processing circuitry

Trip units with significant microprocessor functionality for data logging may be considered parts of ADP machines

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain OEM compatibility certification from Siemens to substantiate classification under circuit breaker parts

Declare exact model compatibility (e.g

for 3VA/3VL breakers) on commercial invoice to prevent CBP scrutiny

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