Beryllium Copper Spring Contacts for Terminal Blocks

High-strength beryllium copper spring-loaded contacts for screwless terminal blocks in control cabinets (heading 8536). They maintain constant pressure connections for vibration-prone environments. Fits 8538.90.81.40 metal contacts criteria.

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.

8536.90.85Lower: 35% vs 38.5%

If when part of complete connection/control apparatus

Other apparatus parts of 8536 beyond basic contacts classified separately.

7407Lower: 11.6% vs 38.5%

If unmachined beryllium copper profiles not formed as contacts

Base metal tubes/profiles before electrical shaping in heading 7407.

8538.90Same rate: 38.5%

If for automatic circuit breaker contacts

Special statistical breakout for breaker-specific metal contacts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include material safety data sheets due to beryllium health regulations

Specify voltage/current ratings matching 8536 apparatus parameters

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