Plastic Insulating Spacers

Plastic insulating spacers maintain separation between electrical components to prevent short circuits in machines. Wholly plastic with minor metal screws for positioning during molding. HTS 8547.20.00.00 includes these as insulating fittings of plastics apart from minor metal parts.

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 non-electrical mechanical spacers

Spacers without electrical insulation function are Chapter 39 plastics.

8546.90.00.00Same rate: 35%

If serving solely as insulators

Other electrical insulators not fittings go to heading 8546.

7318.15.20Same rate: 35%

If metal spacers with plastic coating

Base metal articles with insulating coating may classify by metal.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify dielectric breakdown voltage to prove insulating capability

Declare precise dimensions and tolerances for high-voltage applications

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