Elevator Floor Indicator LED Panel from Japan
LED panel mounted above elevator doors displaying current floor, direction, and status messages for passengers. Falls under HTS 8531.20.00 as an indicator panel using LEDs for visual signaling in building operations. Provides clear directional information without audio alerts.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include architectural specification sheets showing signaling function for customs review
• Avoid classification as elevator parts (8428.10) by documenting standalone panel design
• Check ADA compliance documentation for accessibility features affecting valuation