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Harmonized System Codes • Schedule B • Harmonized Commodity Description

HS Code 85354000 - Lightning Arrestors, Voltage Limiters, and Surge Suppressors

Lightning arrestors, voltage limiters, and surge suppressors are essential devices used to protect electrical systems from voltage spikes and surges. They are designed to divert excess electrical energy away from sensitive equipment, preventing damage and ensuring the safety of electrical installations. HS Code 85354000 specifically refers to these devices that are intended for use with a voltage exceeding 1,000 V.

When it comes to international trade, understanding the HS code is crucial as it helps in identifying the specific product and its corresponding tariffs and regulations. By using the HS code, customs officials can easily classify and track goods, ensuring compliance with trade policies and facilitating smooth import and export processes.

Product Description

The product covered by HS Code 85354000 includes lightning arrestors, voltage limiters, and surge suppressors. These devices are designed to protect electrical systems by limiting or diverting excessive voltage caused by lightning strikes or power surges. They are commonly used in various applications, such as power distribution systems, telecommunications networks, and electronic equipment.

Bound / MFN Duty Rate

The bound / MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate for products classified under HS Code 85354000 is 2.7%. The MFN duty rate implies that every time a country lowers a trade barrier or opens up a market, it must do so for the same goods or services from all its trading partners. This ensures fair and equal treatment among trading nations, promoting free and open trade.

Quantity Unit

No units are collected for products classified under HS Code 85354000. This implies that the quantity of these devices is not measured or accounted for by a specific unit of measurement. The absence of quantity units indicates that the focus is on the nature and functionality of the product rather than its physical quantity.

Special Tariff Preference Programs

Products classified under HS Code 85354000 may be eligible for special tariff preference programs, which offer reduced or duty-free rates for specific countries or regions. The following special tariff preference programs apply to lightning arrestors, voltage limiters, and surge suppressors:

Importing US States

Products classified under HS Code 85354000 can be imported into the United States, specifically to the following states:

Exporting US States

The exporting US states for products classified under HS Code 85354000 may vary depending on the manufacturers and suppliers. However, these devices are commonly exported from various states across the United States to meet the global demand for lightning arrestors, voltage limiters, and surge suppressors.



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