Steatite Ceramic Bushing Insulator from Germany
A steatite ceramic bushing used in switchgear to insulate conductors passing through enclosures, with threaded metal ends for mounting. HTS 8546.20.00 applies as it is a ceramic electrical insulator for medium-voltage applications.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include X-ray fluorescence analysis confirming steatite (magnesium silicate) composition
• Document compliance with NEMA SP 1-2015 for bushing insulators
• Avoid pitfall of 8538 classification if with circuit elements; ship as bare insulators