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High-Voltage Copper Mine Hoist Cable from Japan

Heavy-duty insulated copper cable for powering mine hoist motors at voltages over 1,000 V, with reinforced insulation for vertical reeling. Falls under HTS 8544.60.40.00 for other high-voltage copper electric conductors. Engineered for harsh mining environments with abrasion-resistant sheathing.

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

• Certify compliance with MSHA standards for mining equipment cables; document reel length and bending radius specs; pitfall: reclassification if declared as machinery part instead of conductor