Silver-Plated Pin Contacts for Circuit Breakers from Japan
These are precision-engineered silver-plated metal pin contacts designed specifically for use in low-voltage circuit breakers of heading 8536. They provide reliable electrical conductivity and arc resistance in protective switching apparatus. Classified under 8538.90.81.40 as metal contacts principally for apparatus of headings 8535, 8536, or 8537.
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
• Verify material composition certification to confirm precious metal plating qualifies as 'metal contacts' under subheading
• Include technical specs proving principal use with 8536 apparatus to prevent reclassification as general electrical connectors