Harmonized System Codes • Schedule B • Harmonized Commodity Description

HS Code 85446040 - Insulated Electric Conductors of Copper

The HS Code 85446040 refers to insulated electric conductors made of copper, specifically designed for a voltage exceeding 1,000 V and not fitted with connectors. This article aims to provide an extensive understanding of the product description, tariff rates, quantity unit, special tariff preference programs, and importing/exporting US states associated with this HS code.

Product Description

The product description for HS Code 85446040 is "Insulated electric conductors nesi, of copper, for a voltage exceeding 1,000 V, not fitted with connectors." This means that the conductors are made of copper and are specifically insulated to handle voltages higher than 1,000 V. They are not equipped with connectors, which allows for versatility in their usage.

Bound / MFN Duty Rate

The bound / MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate for HS Code 85446040 is 3.5%. This means that every time a country lowers a trade barrier or opens up a market, it has to do so for the same goods or services from all its trading partners. The duty rate of 3.5% applies to this HS code.

Quantity Unit

The quantity unit for HS Code 85446040 is kilograms (KG). This unit of measurement is used to determine the weight of the insulated electric conductors made of copper being imported or exported.

Special Tariff Preference Programs

There are several special tariff preference programs associated with HS Code 85446040. These programs provide certain countries with preferential treatment in terms of duty rates. The programs applicable to this HS code are as follows:

• Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) - Provides duty-free treatment
• Australia Special Rate - Automotive Products Trade Act (APTA) grants duty-free treatment
• Bahrain Special Rate
• NAFTA for Canada - Duty-free treatment
• Chile Special Rate
• Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI)
• Israel Special Rate - Duty-free treatment
• Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA)
• Jordan Special Rate
• Morocco Special Rate
• NAFTA for Mexico
• Oman Special Rate
• Dominican Republic-Central American Special Rate (DR-CAFTA)
• Peru Special Rate
• Singapore Special Rate

Importing and Exporting US States

When it comes to importing, the following US states are associated with HS Code 85446040:

• New Mexico
• North Carolina
• Oklahoma
• South Dakota

On the other hand, the exporting US states for this HS code are:

• North Carolina
• Oklahoma

The HS Code 85446040 is important for international trade as it specifically categorizes insulated electric conductors made of copper for higher voltage applications. With various tariff preference programs available, it allows for trade facilitation and preferential treatment for specific countries. Importers and exporters need to be aware of the associated duty rates, quantity unit, and the specific US states involved in the trade of this product.