Philips Ceramic Metal Halide Retrofit Sodium Lamp
A 250W sodium vapor lamp with ceramic arc tube technology, marketed as a retrofit for metal halide applications. Despite the hybrid name, the primary discharge is sodium vapor, which determines classification under 8539.32.90. It is used in retail and warehouse lighting for improved color rendering.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 7.5% | — | 7.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 7.5% | — | 7.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 7.5% | — | 7.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 7.5% | — | 7.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 7.5% | — | 7.5% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the lamp is determined to be a metal halide lamp rather than sodium vapor
Metal halide lamps have a separate subheading within heading 85.39.
If the lamp is imported for specific Canadian manufacturing uses
This item covers certain sodium vapor lamps for use in Canadian manufactures.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm with the manufacturer that the lamp's primary discharge is sodium vapor, as this determines classification under 8539.32.90 rather than metal halide subheadings
• Include technical documentation in your import file to support the classification
• Verify whether the lamp qualifies for reduced duty under a free trade agreement by checking the country of origin
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