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Portable Battery Buzzer Alarm from Japan

Handheld battery-powered buzzer for personal safety alerts and temporary installations. Classifies under HTS 8531.80.1500 as portable buzzer apparatus. 100dB output with belt clip and 12-hour battery life.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Battery safety test reports (UN38.3) required for lithium batteries

• Avoid 'personal alarm' description to prevent security device classification

• Specify continuous vs. intermittent operation ratings

Portable Battery Buzzer Alarm from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8531.80.15.00