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Leviton SureSlide Universal Dimmer from Japan

A professional-grade wirewound rheostat dimmer compatible with incandescent, halogen, and CFL bulbs up to 600W. Classified under HTS 8533.39.00.40 because it uses wirewound technology for precise resistance variation in lighting control applications. Features rocker switch and slide adjustment for commercial and home use.

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

• Provide detailed technical datasheets showing wirewound element to distinguish from cheaper non-wirewound imports

• Ensure RoHS compliance declarations for hazardous substances, common pitfall in EU-sourced dimmers

• Batch import declarations should specify single-unit vs multi-gang configurations to avoid parts classification errors

Leviton SureSlide Universal Dimmer from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8533.39.00.40