Steatite Ceramic Bushing Insulator from Japan
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 — 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
• 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