Glass Insulator for Railway Electrification

Special glass insulators for catenary support structures in railway overhead electrification systems. Classified HTS 8546.10.00.00 for high mechanical strength glass insulators in rail transport power supply.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.9%+35.0%37.9%
🇲🇽Mexico2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇨🇦Canada2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇩🇪Germany2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇯🇵Japan2.9%+10.0%12.9%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8607.29Lower: 12.6% vs 37.9%

If part of complete railway body assembly

Railway-specific parts integrated into vehicles use chapter 86 classification.

8546.90.00Lower: 35% vs 37.9%

If composite polymer railway insulators

Modern polymer catenary insulators under other materials subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Comply with EN 50305 railway insulator standards

Declare specific catenary wire tension and speed class ratings

Rail mounting hardware separate under 7302/7308; insulators by material

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