Carbon Pickup Fingers for Electrical Substations from Germany
Low-friction carbon composite fingers used in substation disconnect switches to maintain sliding electrical contact during operation, minimizing wear on copper busbars. This utility component is under HTS 8545.90.40.00.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include NEMA standards compliance and substation voltage class certifications
• Test contact resistance values (<1 microohm typical) for customs validation
• Declare suitability for outdoor weathering and UV exposure