8544.60 - Other electric conductors, for a voltage exceeding 1,000 V:
Sub-classifications
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8544 6020 00
Overview
This HTS category, 8544.60, encompasses "Other electric conductors, for a voltage exceeding 1,000 V." This broad classification includes insulated wires, cables, and conductors that are designed to operate at high voltage levels, specifically above 1,000 volts. The key defining characteristic is their voltage rating, distinguishing them from conductors intended for lower voltage applications.
It is crucial to differentiate these high-voltage conductors from their sibling categories. Unlike winding wire (8544.1), coaxial cable (8544.20), or ignition wiring sets (8544.30), this category is not defined by its specific construction for winding, signal transmission in a coaxial manner, or vehicle applications. Furthermore, it excludes optical fiber cables (8544.70), which transmit data via light signals rather than electrical current.
Within this category, further distinctions are made based on whether the conductor is fitted with connectors. Subcategory 8544.60.20.00 specifically covers high-voltage conductors that have been assembled with connectors, making them ready for direct installation. The remaining subcategory, also designated as "Other" at the 8-digit level, includes high-voltage electric conductors that are not fitted with connectors, requiring such fittings to be added separately for their intended use.