Porcelain High-Voltage Post Insulator from Japan
A porcelain insulator designed for supporting high-voltage power lines on utility poles, preventing electrical conduction between the conductor and ground. It falls under HTS 8546.90.00.00 as an electrical insulator of ceramic material classified as 'other' since it does not fit specific subheadings for composite or glass insulators.
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
• Obtain material composition certificates verifying porcelain content; test for dielectric strength compliance with ANSI standards; declare voltage rating accurately to avoid misclassification