Plastic Cable Glands
Plastic cable glands are insulating fittings used to secure and seal electrical cables entering enclosures or junction boxes. They are wholly made of plastics with minor metal threaded components for assembly, providing insulation and strain relief for wires in electrical equipment. Classified under HTS 8547.20.00.00 as insulating fittings of plastics for electrical machines and appliances.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not specifically for electrical insulation or assembly
Generic plastic articles of other than specified types fall under Chapter 39 as other plastic products.
If designed primarily as electrical insulators without assembly features
Insulators of heading 8546 cover items whose main function is insulation rather than mechanical fitting.
If made primarily of metal with plastic lining
Electrical conduit tubing of base metal lined with insulating material falls under the conduit subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the plastic composition and ensure metal components are minor and solely for assembly to avoid reclassification
• Provide material safety data sheets (MSDS) confirming insulating properties and compliance with UL or IEC standards
Related Products under HTS 8547.20.00.00
Plastic Bushings for Electrical Panels
Plastic bushings are insulating fittings inserted into panel knockouts to protect wires from abrasion during entry. Made wholly of plastic with optional minor metal inserts for retention. They qualify under HTS 8547.20.00.00 as insulating fittings of plastics for electrical equipment.
Plastic Wire Grommets
Plastic wire grommets are insulating fittings snapped into panels to protect wires from sharp edges. Entirely plastic construction with occasional minor metal barbs for retention. Classified in HTS 8547.20.00.00 as insulating fittings wholly of plastic for electrical equipment.
Plastic Switch Mounting Insulators
Plastic switch mounting insulators provide electrical isolation when installing switches in panels. Plastic construction with minor metal screws for attachment. Classified under HTS 8547.20.00.00 as insulating fittings for electrical equipment.
Plastic Cable Entry Seals
Plastic cable entry seals are insulating multi-cable grommets for panel penetration with sealing properties. Wholly plastic with minor metal frames for panel mounting. HTS 8547.20.00.00 for plastic insulating fittings in electrical appliances.
Plastic Junction Box Inserts
Plastic junction box inserts organize and insulate wire connections within electrical boxes. Made of insulating plastic with minor metal partitions molded in. HTS 8547.20.00.00 for such electrical insulating fittings.
Plastic PCB Standoffs
Plastic PCB standoffs provide insulating spacing between printed circuit boards and chassis. Plastic spacers with minor metal threads for mounting. Classified under HTS 8547.20.00.00 as insulating fittings of plastics for electrical equipment.