Pure Tungsten Lamp Wire
99.95% pure tungsten wire drawn for use in specialty lighting filaments, offering superior durability. It is explicitly 'wire' under HTS 8101.96.00.00 within tungsten articles.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If insulated or covered with enamel
Insulated tungsten wire for lamps classifies as 'coated wire' in 8101.97.
If imported as part of LED lamp assembly
Wire integral to lighting sets may classify with the finished lamp under Chapter 94.
If over 80m length and insulated
Long insulated tungsten wire for electrical use may fall under Chapter 85 insulated wires.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Require supplier certifications for purity levels to comply with Chapter 81 base metal definitions
• Avoid bundling with fittings, as that could shift to other subheadings
• Document wire drawing process to confirm it's not waste/scrap under 8101.10
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