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Glass Envelope Filament Welding Arm

A robotic welding arm component for precisely attaching filaments inside glass envelopes during electric lamp assembly. Classified under HTS 8475.90.10.00 because it is a dedicated part of machines for assembling lamps or tubes in glass envelopes. It ensures accurate positioning and welding under controlled atmospheres.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8515.90.40Same rate: 37.5%

If classified as a welding machine part standalone

Electric welding apparatus parts are in 8515, separate from assembly-specific machinery.

8479.90.95Higher: 40% vs 37.5%

If for hot glass working in semiconductor boule processing

Parts for semiconductor crystal growers or pullers fall under unlisted semiconductor machines.

8466.94.85Higher: 42.2% vs 37.5%

If when used in general metalworking robotic arms

Robotic tool holders for metal parts go to Chapter 84 metalworking machinery.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide engineering drawings showing integration with lamp assemblers; declare material composition (e.g

• tungsten tips) accurately; ensure compliance with electrical safety standards like UL for US entry