Ushio HMI 575W/120V Metal Halide Lamp
This is a 575-watt HMI (Hydrargyrum Medium-arc Iodide) metal halide lamp used in film and TV production, providing daylight-balanced light through mercury and metal iodides. It is classified under tariff item 8539.32.90 as an 'other' metal halide discharge lamp. Known for its high colour rendering and stable output.
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 used in measuring or testing instruments of Chapter 90
This item covers metal halide lamps for specialized instrument applications.
If the lamp is a discharge lamp other than mercury or sodium vapour
Other discharge lamps not specified in 8539.32 fall under this heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare the lamp's HMI technology and intended use for film production, as CBSA may require proof of metal halide classification
• Be aware that HMI lamps contain mercury and may require compliance with Canadian hazardous product regulations
• Keep technical specifications showing the lamp's daylight colour temperature to support the classification
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