Portable Book Reading Light from Mexico
A portable book reading light is a clip-on LED lamp with a rechargeable battery, designed to illuminate pages in low-light conditions. It is classified under tariff item 8513.10.90 as a portable electric lamp functioning by its own energy source, distinct from flashlights and miners' safety lamps, and is not integrated into the book or other article.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
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Office of Energy Efficiency · May be required
May require NRCan Office of Energy Efficiency depending on intended use (NR01, NR02, NR03). Matching criteria: Equal To 8513109000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Valid Intended Use Code).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Import Tips
• Ensure the lamp is not designed as an integral part of an e-reader or book, which could lead to classification elsewhere
• If the lamp includes a USB charging cable, the cable may be classified separately under heading 85.44
• Verify the lamp's weight and portability to confirm it does not fall under heading 94.05 for fixed lighting