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Steatite Ceramic Bushings from Germany

Steatite (magnesium silicate) ceramic bushings used in low to medium voltage switchgear for conductor insulation through enclosure walls. Known for low electrical loss and high thermal stability up to 1000°C. Classified in 8546.20.00.90 as other ceramic electrical 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

Include specific gravity (2.7-2.9) and loss tangent (<0.006) test data for steatite verification

Document IP rating (IP54 minimum) for enclosure applications

Steatite Ceramic Bushings from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8546.20.00.90