HS Code 8533.40.8040

Import Duty for Other Variable Resistors Including Rheostats And Potentiometers Rheostat And Resistor Type Motor Starters And Controllers

Official Description

Electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), other than heating resistors; parts thereof: > Other variable resistors, including rheostats and potentiometers: > Other > Rheostat and resistor type motor starters and controllers

Hierarchy: Electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), other than heating resistors; parts thereof > Other variable resistors, including rheostats and potentiometers > Other > Rheostat and resistor type motor starters and controllers

About Chapter 85

Within the hierarchy of Chapter 85 ("Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets)"), HS Code 8533.40.8040 is categorized under Fixed carbon resistors, composition or film types. This precise classification is required for all import documentation.

Common Questions

What is the HTSUS heading for 8533.40.8040?

It falls under the category of Fixed carbon resistors, composition or film types within Chapter 85 (Electric motors and generators (excluding generating sets)). The specific description is Electrical resistors (including rheostats and potentiometers), other than heating resistors; parts thereof: > Other variable resistors, including rheostats and potentiometers: > Other > Rheostat and resistor type motor starters and controllers.

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