HS Code 8544.49.1000

Of a Kind Used for Telecommunications — US Import Duty

Official 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: > Other: > Of a kind used for telecommunications

Hierarchy: 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 > Other > Of a kind used for telecommunications

US Duty Rates (2026 HTS)

General Rate (MFN)Free
Unit of MeasureKG

Possible Additional Duties

  • Section 301 Brazil TariffThe duty provided in the applicable subheading + 25% (origin: BR)
  • Section 301 "Forced Labor" AlgeriaThe duty provided in the applicable subheading + 12.5% (origin: DZ)
  • Section 301 "Forced Labor" AngolaThe duty provided in the applicable subheading + 12.5% (origin: AO)
  • Section 301 "Forced Labor" ArgentinaThe duty provided in the applicable subheading + 10% (origin: AR)
  • Section 301 "Forced Labor" AustraliaThe duty provided in the applicable subheading + 12.5% (origin: AU)
  • Section 301 "Forced Labor" BahamasThe duty provided in the applicable subheading + 12.5% (origin: BS)

Applicability depends on country of origin and date of entry. Run the calculator for the full duty stack.

Classification

Chapter
Chapter 85 — Electrical Machinery and Equipment and Parts Thereof; Sound Recorders and Reproducers, Television Image and Sound Recorders and Reproducers, and Parts and Accessories of Such Articles
Heading
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

Related Codes in this Heading

8544.11.0020
33 AWG (0.18 mm in diameter) and finer
8544.11.0030
22 AWG (0.643 mm in diameter) and finer but larger than 33 AWG (0.18 mm in diameter)
8544.11.0050
Of copper
8544.19.0000
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
8544.20.0000
Coaxial cable and other coaxial electric conductors

Common Questions

What is the US import duty for HS Code 8544.49.1000?

The general (MFN) duty rate for HS Code 8544.49.1000 (Of a kind used for telecommunications) is Free. Use the calculator for an exact landed-cost estimate.

Are there additional tariffs on HS Code 8544.49.1000?

Yes — Chapter 99 measures may apply, including Section 301 Brazil Tariff, Section 301 "Forced Labor" Algeria, Section 301 "Forced Labor" Angola, among others. Applicability depends on the country of origin and entry date.

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