How to Determine HS Codes for Power Accessories Exports?

Power accessories include circuit breakers, insulators, transformers, etc.5000+ subcategories of products, requiring precise classification based on material, voltage rating, and functional purpose. For example:

• Ceramic insulators are typically classified under8546.20(Electrical ceramic insulators with voltage >1000V)
• Low-voltage circuit breakers are mostly classified under8536.20
• Voltage rating directly affects tariff rates, such as the US imposing2.6%Tariffs, potentially high for high-voltage products5%

Which international certifications are mandatory?

Different markets have differentiated certification requirements:

• European Union Market: CE certification (including LVD Low Voltage Directive and EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive)
• North American Market: UL certification (special attention required for UL 489 circuit breaker standard)
• Middle East/Africa: IEC certification + SASO certification (Saudi Arabia requires CoC Certificate of Conformity)
• Special scenarios: Offshore platform equipment requires additional ATEX explosion-proof certification

What are the special requirements for power accessory transportation?

Based on our service experiencewith clients like GE Energy and ABB Group:

• Moisture-proof packaging: Humidity-sensitive components requirealuminum foil vacuum packaging + desiccant
• Shockproof treatment: Precision instruments requirethree-layer cushioning structure + container airbag fixation
• Transportation mode selection:
  • Maritime Transportation: Suitable for full container load (FCL) transportation, cost reduction40%but requires salt spray corrosion prevention
  • Air Transportation: Priority for urgent orders, special attention needed formagnetic substance declaration(IATA special regulations)

How to avoid export compliance risks?

Recent U.S. imposition of25% tariffson Chinese power equipment (under HTS 8504.40 category), recommendations:

• Origin pre-screening: Throughthird-party verificationAvoid anti - dumping risks
• Intellectual property screening: Especially forcontactor designs involving ABB patents
• Customs pre-declaration: Advance preparationTest reports, material certificates, circuit diagramsand other technical documents

What capabilities should professional agency service providers possess?

Selection criteria should include:

• Industry experience: Have handled at least200+ batchesPowerEquipment ExportStories
• Certification network: Direct connections with UL, TüV and other15+international certification bodies
• Emergency system: Establish a48-hour global responseabnormal handling mechanism
• Risk Response Mechanism: ProvideReal - time trackingLogistics information system

It is recommended that clients require service providers to provide:Customs clearance records for similar export products,Certification processing timeline,Typical risk handling casesand other supporting materials, throughsimulation case exercisesto verify their professionalism.