Rare Earth Naphthenate Lamp Additive from Germany
Cerium/lanthanum naphthenates dope high-intensity discharge lamps for improved color rendering and efficiency. Water-insoluble salts under HTS 3824.99.7550 as other naphthenic preparations. Used in metal halide and sodium vapor lighting.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• ICP-OES for rare earth assay; conflict minerals reporting
• RoHS exemption certs for lighting; not 2846 phosphors
• China origin quotas affect pricing