Ceramic Bushing Insulator from China
High-voltage ceramic bushing insulators used in electrical transformers and switchgear, made entirely of insulating ceramic material with minor metal threaded inserts for assembly. These fittings provide electrical insulation between conductors and grounded metal parts. Classified under HTS 8547.10.80.00 as other ceramic insulating fittings apart from heading 8546 insulators.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify ceramic composition exceeds 95% to qualify as insulating fittings; obtain material test certificates; ensure metal components are minor (<5% by weight) for molding assembly only