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Silver-Plated Pin Contacts for Circuit Breakers from Mexico

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 — Mexico → United States

13.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico

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

Silver-Plated Pin Contacts for Circuit Breakers from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8538.90.81.40