Is HTS 8536 subject to a Section 301 tariff?

Goods imported from China may carry an additional Section 301 tariff (typically +25% or +7.5%) on top of the base duty rate. Use the ShipSeeker calculator with origin set to China to estimate it.

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Electrical Apparatus For Switching Or Protecting Electrical Circuits, Or For Making Connections To Or In…

Q: What is the import duty rate for HTS 8536 (Electrical Apparatus For Switching Or Protecting Electrical Circuits, Or For Making Connections To Or In Electrical Circuits (for Example, Switches, Relays, Fuses, Surge Suppressors, Plugs, Sockets, Lamp-holders And Other Connectors, Junction Boxes), For A Voltage Not Exceeding 1,000 V; Connectors For Optical Fibers, Optical Fiber Bundles Or Cables:)?

The general (MFN) duty rate for HTS 8536 is varies by subheading. Free-trade-agreement (special) and Column 2 rates may also apply. Estimate the total landed cost by country of origin with the ShipSeeker calculator.

Q: What does HTS 8536 cover?

HTS 8536 covers Electrical Apparatus For Switching Or Protecting Electrical Circuits, Or For Making Connections To Or In Electrical Circuits (for Example, Switches, Relays, Fuses, Surge Suppressors, Plugs, Sockets, Lamp-holders And Other Connectors, Junction Boxes), For A Voltage Not Exceeding 1,000 V; Connectors For Optical Fibers, Optical Fiber Bundles Or Cables: in the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule (chapter 85).

U.S. import duty rate & tariff classification for HTS 8536 in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

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Full HTS description

Electrical Apparatus For Switching Or Protecting Electrical Circuits, Or For Making Connections To Or In Electrical Circuits (for Example, Switches, Relays, Fuses, Surge Suppressors, Plugs, Sockets, Lamp-holders And Other Connectors, Junction Boxes), For A Voltage Not Exceeding 1,000 V; Connectors For Optical Fibers, Optical Fiber Bundles Or Cables:

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Duty rates for HTS 8536 are set at the subheading level.

Across its 6 subheadings, published general rates are 2.7%, Free. Pick a specific code below for its exact rate.

Subheadings under 8536

HTS code	Description	General rate
8536.10.00	Fuses	2.7%
8536.20.00	Automatic Circuit Breakers	2.7%
8536.30	Other Apparatus For Protecting Electrical Circuits:	—
8536.50	Other Switches:	—
8536.70.00.00	Connectors For Optical Fibers, Optical Fiber Bundles Or Cables	Free
8536.90	Other Apparatus:	—

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Source: U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Rates are for reference; verify with a licensed customs broker before importing.