Complete duty breakdown for HTS 8544.42.20 across major trading partners. All tariff layers included.
The total effective duty rate for HTS 8544.42.20 (Electric conductors, with connectors, <= 1000V) imported from China is 38.5%. This includes General (MFN) 3.5% + IEEPA (Global Tariff) 10.0% + Section 301 (China) 25.0%.
Based on a $10,000 customs value. Total duty: $3,850. Landed cost: $13,850.
Compare total duty rates for HTS 8544.42.20 across major sourcing countries
| Country | MFN | IEEPA | Sec 301 | Sec 232 | Sec 122 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | 3.5% | 10.0% | 25.0% | — | — | 38.5% |
| Vietnam | 3.5% | 10.0% | — | — | — | 13.5% |
| Bangladesh | 3.5% | 10.0% | — | — | — | 13.5% |
| Mexico | 3.5% | 10.0% | — | — | — | 13.5% |
| Germany | 3.5% | 10.0% | — | — | — | 13.5% |
| Other | 3.5% | 10.0% | — | — | — | 13.5% |
HTS 8544.42.20 is the Harmonized Tariff Schedule classification code for Electric conductors, with connectors, <= 1000V. It falls under Chapter 85 of the HTS, which is used by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to determine the applicable duty rates on goods imported into the United States. The HTS code determines the base MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate as well as eligibility for additional tariff layers such as Section 301, Section 232, Section 122, and IEEPA tariffs.
Imports of Electric conductors, with connectors, <= 1000V (HTS 8544.42.20) from China are subject to multiple tariff layers that stack together. The base MFN rate is 3.5%. On top of this, the IEEPA global tariff of 10% applies to all imports regardless of origin. Chinese goods may also be subject to Section 301 tariffs ranging from 7.5% to 25% depending on the specific tariff list. The total effective rate from China is 38.5%.
The total cost to import Electric conductors, with connectors, <= 1000V depends on three factors: the customs value of your shipment, the country of origin, and any applicable tariff exclusions. For a $10,000 shipment from China, the estimated total duty is $3,850, bringing the landed cost to $13,850. Sourcing from alternative countries like Vietnam or Mexico may reduce your total duty cost. Use our calculator for an exact breakdown based on your specific shipment details.
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