Projection Xenon Arc Lamp
A projection xenon arc lamp is a large xenon short arc lamp (1kW-7kW) used for cinema and large venue projection systems. These high-power arc lamps are essential for IMAX and theater projectors. They are classified under tariff item 8539.41.90 as arc lamps not elsewhere specified.
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% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the projection xenon arc lamp is for use in measuring, checking, or testing instruments of Chapter 90.
This tariff item covers xenon arc-lamps for use in measuring, checking, or testing instruments.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the lamp is not a hollow-cathode lamp or for use in measuring, checking, or testing instruments of Chapter 90
• Provide CBSA with the lamp's specifications, including wattage and intended use in projection systems
• Ensure the product is not a xenon arc-lamp for specific instruments, which would be classified elsewhere
Related Products under Tariff item 8539.41.90
Carbon Arc Lamp
A traditional carbon arc lamp creates light by arcing electricity between carbon electrodes, producing an extremely bright white light. These lamps are classic arc lamps still used in specialty lighting applications such as searchlights and stage lighting. They fall under tariff item 8539.41.90 as arc lamps not elsewhere specified.
Ceramic Metal Halide Arc Lamp
A ceramic metal halide arc lamp uses a ceramic arc tube to contain the arc discharge, offering superior color consistency and longevity. These advanced arc lamps are used in architectural and retail display lighting. They are classified under tariff item 8539.41.90 as arc lamps not elsewhere specified.
Metal Halide Arc Lamp
A metal halide arc lamp produces high-intensity discharge light with excellent color rendering through metal halides vaporized in an arc. These lamps are used in sports stadium lighting and large projection systems. They fall under tariff item 8539.41.90 as arc lamps not elsewhere specified.
UV Curing Xenon Arc Lamp
A UV curing xenon arc lamp is a short arc xenon lamp optimized for UV curing applications in printing and coating industries. These lamps provide high UV output for rapid curing processes. They are classified under tariff item 8539.41.90 as arc lamps not elsewhere specified.