Is HTS 8544 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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Insulated (including Enameled Or Anodized) Wire, Cable (including Coaxial Cable) And Other Insulated Electric…

Q: What is the import duty rate for HTS 8544 (Insulated (including Enameled Or Anodized) Wire, Cable (including Coaxial Cable) And Other Insulated Electric Conductors, Whether Or Not Fitted With Connectors; Optical Fiber Cables, Made Up Of Individually Sheathed Fibers, Whether Or Not Assembled With Electric Conductors Or Fitted With Connectors:)?

The general (MFN) duty rate for HTS 8544 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 8544 cover?

HTS 8544 covers Insulated (including Enameled Or Anodized) Wire, Cable (including Coaxial Cable) And Other Insulated Electric Conductors, Whether Or Not Fitted With Connectors; Optical Fiber Cables, Made Up Of Individually Sheathed Fibers, Whether Or Not Assembled With Electric Conductors Or Fitted With Connectors: in the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule (chapter 85).

U.S. import duty rate & tariff classification for HTS 8544 in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

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Full HTS description

Insulated (including Enameled Or Anodized) Wire, Cable (including Coaxial Cable) And Other Insulated Electric Conductors, Whether Or Not Fitted With Connectors; Optical Fiber Cables, Made Up Of Individually Sheathed Fibers, Whether Or Not Assembled With Electric Conductors Or Fitted With Connectors:

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Duty rates for HTS 8544 are set at the subheading level.

Across its 4 subheadings, published general rates are 5.3%, 5%, Free. Pick a specific code below for its exact rate.

Subheadings under 8544

HTS code	Description	General rate
8544.20.00.00	Coaxial Cable And Other Coaxial Electric Conductors	5.3%
8544.30.00.00	Ignition Wiring Sets And Other Wiring Sets Of A Kind Used In Vehicles, Aircraft Or Ships	5%
8544.60	Other Electric Conductors, For A Voltage Exceeding 1,000 V:	—
8544.70.00.00	Optical Fiber Cables	Free

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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.