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Airport Runway Threshold Light

High-intensity LED light marking runway thresholds for aircraft guidance, with electrical control circuits. Classified in HTS 8530.80.00.00 for airfield electrical signaling equipment.

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.

8530.10.00Same rate: 37.5%

If equipment fixed along runways/taxiways

Line-mounted airfield equipment specifically under 8530.10.

9405.42.60Higher: 43.5% vs 37.5%

If as general LED aviation lights

Non-safety signaling airport lights may classify under Chapter 94.

8543.70Lower: 15.1% vs 37.5%

If LED driver assemblies

Electrical assemblies for airfield lighting fall under 8543 parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include FAA AC 150/5345 specifications in import documentation

• Verify chromaticity coordinates for green/white threshold lighting requirements

• Document frangibility standards to prevent classification as general aviation parts