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Infrared Lamp Ceramic Base

This is a high-temperature steatite ceramic lamp base with threaded socket and wire leads for IR therapeutic lamps. It is an essential electrical insulator part for infrared lamps, falling under the parts category of light-emitting diode (LED) light sources and other lamps.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China6%β€”6%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico6%β€”6%
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited States6%β€”6%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany6%β€”6%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan6%β€”6%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8539.90.10Lower: Free vs 6%

If the ceramic base is for lamps of tariff items 8539.10.90, 8539.22.10, 8539.29.10, 8539.32.10, 8539.39.00, 8539.41.10, 8539.49.10, 8543.90.00, or 9405.99.00

This alternative covers filaments, cathodes, or electrodes for specific lamps, but may not apply to bases; however, it is a sibling item for parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Ensure the ceramic base is classified as a part of an infrared lamp, not as a general electrical fitting

β€’ Provide evidence of its specific design for IR lamps

β€’ Verify the ceramic material and electrical ratings for accurate classification