High-Pressure Mercury Discharge Lamp
High-pressure mercury discharge lamps are used for floodlighting and industrial applications, producing light through an electric arc in pressurized mercury vapor. They offer high lumen output and long life. These lamps are classified under tariff item 8539.39.00 as 'other' discharge lamps, as they are not mercury vapour lamps of the low-pressure type.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the lamp is a mercury vapour lamp
Mercury vapour lamps are specifically classified under this subheading.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the lamps meet Canadian electrical safety standards, such as CSA certification
• Be prepared to provide documentation on mercury content for environmental compliance
• Ensure proper packaging to prevent breakage and mercury leakage during transport
Related Products under Tariff item 8539.39.00
Ceramic Metal Halide Lamp
Ceramic metal halide discharge lamps feature a ceramic arc tube that provides superior color rendering and stability, making them ideal for retail displays and stage lighting. They operate by creating an electric arc through a mixture of metal halides and mercury vapor, producing bright, white light. These lamps fall under tariff item 8539.39.00 as discharge lamps other than mercury or sodium vapour, or metal halide lamps with quartz arc tubes.
CMH Ceramic Discharge Lamp
Compact metal halide (CMH) ceramic discharge lamps mimic natural daylight, making them popular for photography studios and horticultural lighting. They use a ceramic arc tube to contain the discharge, offering high efficiency and excellent color rendition. As discharge lamps not specifically mercury or sodium vapour, they are classified under tariff item 8539.39.00.
CXA Xenon Discharge Lamp
CXA xenon discharge lamps are short-arc lamps that produce intense, full-spectrum light, commonly used in microscopy and endoscopy. They operate by passing an electric current through xenon gas, creating a bright arc. These lamps are classified under tariff item 8539.39.00 as 'other' discharge lamps, not being mercury or sodium vapour lamps.
Mercury Vapor Discharge Lamp
Mercury vapor discharge lamps are high-intensity lamps used for industrial lighting and streetlights, producing light through an electric arc in mercury vapor. They are known for their efficiency and long lifespan. These lamps are classified under tariff item 8539.39.00 as 'other' discharge lamps, not being low-pressure mercury or sodium vapour lamps.
Metal Halide Discharge Lamp
Metal halide discharge lamps generate bright white light via an electric discharge through metal halide vapor, commonly used in sports stadiums and large venues. They offer high efficiency and good color rendering. These lamps are classified under tariff item 8539.39.00 as 'other' discharge lamps, not being mercury or sodium vapour lamps.
Pulse-Start Metal Halide Lamp
Pulse-start metal halide lamps feature rapid ignition and are designed for high-bay industrial lighting applications. They use a starter to initiate the arc, providing quick warm-up and stable operation. These lamps are classified under tariff item 8539.39.00 as 'other' discharge lamps, not being mercury or sodium vapour lamps.