Backlight Module for Visual Signaling Panels from Japan
LED backlight unit with diffusers designed for illuminating displays in 8531.20 indicator panels for emergency visual alarms. Classified as 8531.90.75.00 due to its role as a component of those specific signaling panels.
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
• Specify luminous intensity specs to prove signaling function over general lighting
• Use original equipment manufacturer (OEM) part numbers in invoices for traceability
• Check for anti-dumping duties on certain Asian-sourced LED modules