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Porcelain High-Voltage Post Insulator from Japan

A ceramic post insulator made from high-alumina porcelain, designed for supporting high-voltage conductors in substations operating at low frequencies (50-60 Hz). It features a glazed surface for weather resistance and mechanical strength exceeding 10 kN. Classified under 8546.20.00.60 as a ceramic insulator for high-voltage, low-frequency electrical systems, not specified elsewhere.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify dielectric strength certification (e.g

• IEC 60168) and glaze composition for compliance; ensure marking of voltage rating and material per ANSI C29 standards; avoid misclassification as line post insulators under 8546.20.00.20