8545.20.00.00 - Brushes

This HTS category, 8545.20.00.00, specifically covers "Brushes" that are designed for electrical purposes. These brushes are typically made from carbon or graphite, often with or without metal components, and are integral to the operation of electrical machinery. Common examples include carbon brushes used in electric motors, generators, and other electrical devices where they facilitate the transfer of electrical current between stationary and rotating components.

It is important to distinguish these electrical brushes from other articles classified under the broader heading 8545. While sibling categories 8545.11 to 8545.19 cover "Electrodes" (which are primarily used for conducting electricity into or out of a substance, such as in arc furnaces or batteries), and 8545.90 encompasses "Other" carbon articles for electrical purposes not specifically enumerated, this heading is dedicated solely to brushes. The functional purpose – facilitating electrical contact through sliding or rolling action – is the key differentiator.

As a leaf node within the HTS, 8545.20.00.00 does not have further subcategories. Therefore, classification within this code relies on meeting the established description and context, which emphasizes the material (graphite or other carbon, with or without metal) and the intended electrical application of the brush. The design and function of the item as a brush for electrical current transfer are paramount for correct classification.