8538.90.60.00 - Molded parts

This HTS category, 8538.90.60.00, specifically covers molded parts that are designed for use with electrical apparatus classified under headings 8535, 8536, or 8537. These apparatus are generally related to electrical power, control, and distribution. The "molded parts" designation emphasizes that these components are manufactured through processes like injection molding, compression molding, or casting, resulting in a specific shape and form. Examples include molded housings, covers, bases, supports, or internal structural components for electrical switches, connectors, panelboards, and control enclosures.

This classification is distinct from other "Other" subcategories within 8538.90, such as 8538.90.81, which may encompass a broader range of non-molded parts or components not specifically shaped through molding. While 8538.90.81 might include items like wiring harnesses or simply assembled sub-units, 8538.90.60.00 is reserved for those parts whose form is primarily achieved through a molding process and are intended for use with the aforementioned electrical apparatus. The key differentiating factor lies in the manufacturing method and the specific utility within the context of power and control equipment.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories within 8538.90.60.00. Therefore, classification within this specific code depends solely on whether the molded part meets the criteria of being "other" than what is specifically enumerated in the broader heading 8538 and its preceding subheadings, and crucially, if it is suitable for use solely or principally with apparatus of headings 8535, 8536, or 8537. The focus for classification will be on the specific material properties and the intended application of the molded part within those electrical assemblies.