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Modbus RTU Electricity Meter from Japan

Industrial meter with Modbus RTU protocol for SCADA integration, measuring electrical parameters. Classified HTS 9028.30.00.00 primarily as electricity meter despite communication features. 4-20mA analog outputs available.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Emphasize metering as principal function over communication

• FCC Part 15 compliance for RS485 interfaces

• Protocol documentation prevents misclassification