Electrical Terminal Insulating Caps from Canada
Rubber or plastic caps that insulate exposed electrical terminals on appliances and equipment. Feature minor metal threaded components molded in for attachment during assembly. These qualify as other insulating fittings under HTS 8547.90.00.10, distinct from power insulators.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
29.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Document the electrical insulation voltage rating and assembly purpose of metal components in technical data sheets
• Avoid generic 'plastic caps' labeling; specify 'insulating fittings for electrical terminals' on commercial invoices