Gold-Finger Edge Contacts for Fuse Holders from Japan
Gold-plated edge card contacts ('gold fingers') for fuse holder assemblies in power distribution panels under heading 8535/8536. They provide corrosion-resistant, low-contact resistance connections. Classified as metal contacts under 8538.90.81.40.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document plating thickness (e.g
• 30 microinches) to support precious metal contact classification
• Pair with fuse holder assembly drawings proving principal use with 8536 apparatus
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on gold-plated contacts from certain origins