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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3926.90.99Lower: 22.8% vs 35%

If not specifically for electrical insulation or assembly

Generic plastic articles of other than specified types fall under Chapter 39 as other plastic products.

8546.20.00Higher: 38% vs 35%

If designed primarily as electrical insulators without assembly features

Insulators of heading 8546 cover items whose main function is insulation rather than mechanical fitting.

7307.99.50Higher: 39.3% vs 35%

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

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Plastic Wire Grommets

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Plastic Cable Entry Seals

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Plastic Junction Box Inserts

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Plastic PCB Standoffs

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