Philips 100W A19 Standard Household Bulb from Japan
This is a 100W incandescent A19 bulb designed for standard household lighting fixtures operating at 120V. It falls under HTS 8539.22.80.40 because it is a filament lamp with power between 15W and 150W, voltage exceeding 100V, and intended for general household use, excluding UV or IR lamps.
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
• Verify exact wattage and voltage ratings match HTS criteria to avoid reclassification
• Include DOE compliance certification for energy efficiency standards on household lamps
• Label products clearly with power, voltage, and 'not for enclosed fixtures' warnings to prevent customs holds