USB Type-A to USB Type-C Charging Cable from Japan
This 1-meter USB cable with PVC insulation and gold-plated connectors operates at 5V/3A for charging smartphones and data transfer. It falls under HTS 8544.49.2000 as an insulated electric conductor for voltage not exceeding 80V, fitted with connectors, not specialized for telecom or ignition. The low-voltage rating and general-purpose use distinguish it from higher voltage cables.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
28.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.03.060%Articles of aluminum, of steel, or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify conductor material and insulation type meet RoHS standards; include test reports for voltage rating under 80V; avoid misclassification as telecom cable by excluding network-specific certifications