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HTS 8531.90.90.01 · Chapter 85

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General (MFN) duty, special preferential rates, and where HTS 8531.90.90.01 sits in the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

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Free
General (MFN) rate
None
Special / FTA rate
35%
Column 2 (non-MFN)
Ch 85
Electrical machinery a…

The verdict

HTS 8531.90.90.01 enters the US duty-free under the general (MFN) rate, no tariff applies to most imports of this classification.

Free
General (MFN) rate
Ch 85
Electrical machinery a…

About HTS 8531.90.90.01

HTS code 8531.90.90.01 classifies imports of: Other. This line sits within 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), Section XVI (Machinery; Electrical Equipment; Parts Thereof), and is catalogued as a tariff line in the USITC 2026 Basic Edition. Duty is calculated against units of quantity: No.. A footnote applies to this classification: See 9903.88.03.

The general (MFN / Column 1 General) rate for HTS 8531.90.90.01 is Free, which applies to most trading partners of the United States. No special preferential rate is listed for this line, so FTA origin alone will not reduce the general duty. The Column 2 rate of 35% applies to imports from non-MFN countries such as Cuba and North Korea, a much higher historical "full" tariff. Because the general rate is Free, most imports under this code enter the US without duty, though anti-dumping, countervailing, or Section 301 tariffs can still apply depending on country of origin.

Footnotes: See 9903.88.03. Beyond the published rate, importers should check for Section 201 safeguards, Section 301 China tariffs, and any active AD/CVD orders that can materially change the real landed cost. Always verify the classification with a licensed customs broker before committing to a supply contract, this page is a research tool, not a customs ruling.

Duty Rate Summary, HTS 8531.90.90.01

Duty rate columns for HTS 8531.90.90.01 from USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule 2026 Basic Edition.
Rate Column Value Applies To
General (Column 1) Free Most-favored-nation (MFN) trading partners, the default rate for most US imports.
Special Not listed Preferential rates under FTAs (USMCA, CAFTA-DR, GSP, etc.) when origin qualifies.
Column 2 35% Statutory non-MFN rate for goods from countries without normal trade relations (Cuba, North Korea).

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule 2026 Basic Edition. See methodology for refresh cadence.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tariff rate for HTS 8531.90.90.01?
The general (MFN) duty rate for HTS 8531.90.90.01 (Other) is Free. The Column 2 rate for non-MFN countries is 35%.
What products does HTS 8531.90.90.01 cover?
HTS 8531.90.90.01 covers: Other. This classification falls under 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), Section XVI (Machinery; Electrical Equipment; Parts Thereof).
Are there any additional duties beyond the general rate for HTS 8531.90.90.01?
Beyond the general (MFN) rate, imports under HTS 8531.90.90.01 may be subject to anti-dumping duties (AD), countervailing duties (CVD), Section 201 safeguard tariffs, or Section 301 tariffs depending on the country of origin and current trade policy.

Understanding This Tariff

HTS 8531.90.90.01 classifies under 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), Section XVI (Machinery; Electrical Equipment; Parts Thereof). This item enters the US duty-free under the general (MFN) rate, meaning no tariff is assessed for imports from most trading partners.

Importers should verify the correct HTS classification with a licensed customs broker or US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) before importing. Misclassification can result in penalties, delays, and additional duties.

Data Sources

Tariff data from the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) Harmonized Tariff Schedule 2026 Basic Edition.

Duty rates are subject to change. Importers should verify current rates with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) before making import decisions. Additional duties, anti-dumping duties, or countervailing duties may apply.

Sources: U.S. International Trade Commission Harmonized Tariff Schedule (2026 Basic Edition) and FAO FAOSTAT Trade: Crops and Livestock. See our methodology for how figures are computed.

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