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Line Post Porcelain Insulators from Germany

Station post ceramic insulators for vertical mounting on utility poles, rated 15kV to 69kV for distribution substations. These provide cantilever strength for line support in high-voltage, low-frequency circuits. Specifically covered by HTS 8546.20.00.30 as line post insulators.

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

- Submit cantilever strength ratings (e.g

10kN) and pollution class designation

- Common issue: Unmarked insulators may be treated as unfinished ceramic goods

- Include test reports showing compliance with IEEE Std C29.9 requirements

Line Post Porcelain Insulators from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8546.20.00.30