EPR Insulated High-Voltage Submarine Cable from Japan
Ethylene propylene rubber (EPR) insulated cable for underwater power transmission at 33 kV, with armored sheathing and waterproof connectors. HTS 8544.60.60.00 applies to this other high-voltage insulated conductor designed for marine environments. Used in offshore wind farms and subsea installations.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
28.2%
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
• Obtain IP68 waterproof rating certification for connectors in marine applications
• Document armoring materials separately to avoid composite good misclassification