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Glass Strain Insulator for Guy Wires from Japan

A glass egg-shaped strain insulator used to electrically isolate guy wires on transmission towers from ground potential. It qualifies for HTS 8546.10.00.00 as a glass electrical insulator designed for tensile strain applications in power infrastructure.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Include tensile load test certificates showing minimum breaking strength

Ensure proper ball-and-socket fitting compatibility documentation