Silicone Insulated High-Temperature Lead Wire from Japan
Single conductor silicone rubber insulated copper wire rated 600V, flexible for high-temperature applications up to 200°C in ovens and motors. HTS 8544.49.90.00 covers this as other insulated wire ≤1,000V, not enamel-coated or coaxial. Common in aerospace and appliance manufacturing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
28.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Provide temperature rating certifications; silicone wire often scrutinized for actual vs claimed heat resistance
• Include AWG size and stranding details; customs verifies if 'wire' vs 'cable' based on construction
• Avoid generic 'high temp wire' descriptions; specify insulation material to prevent reclassification