PVC-Lined Steel Electrical Conduit Coupling from Mexico
A threaded coupling joint made of galvanized steel lined with insulating PVC material, designed to connect sections of electrical conduit tubing for protecting wiring in residential and commercial buildings. It falls under HTS 8547.90.00.40 as an electrical conduit joint of base metal lined with insulating material, featuring minor metal components for assembly. The insulating liner prevents electrical shorts and ensures safety compliance.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• Verify the base metal construction and insulating liner thickness meets UL 6 standards; provide material composition certificates to avoid misclassification as plastic fittings; check for anti-corrosion coatings which may require additional declarations