GE F32T8/SPX35/ECO 32W Fluorescent Bulb

Straight T8 fluorescent tube, 32 watts, soft white 3500K, hot cathode design with eco-friendly low-mercury formulation for commercial use. Classified in HTS 8539.31.00 for fluorescent hot cathode discharge lamps. Features rapid start technology relying on heated cathodes for instant ignition.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina2.4%+35.0%37.4%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico2.4%+10.0%12.4%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada2.4%+10.0%12.4%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany2.4%+10.0%12.4%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan2.4%+10.0%12.4%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8539.22Lower: 12.6% vs 37.4%

If compact fluorescent lamp (CFL) design

Self-ballasted or compact fluorescent lamps with hot cathodes classify under 8539.22, separate from linear tubes.

8504.40.95Lower: 35% vs 37.4%

If when imported with integrated ballast as power supply unit

Lamps with attached transformers or ballasts may classify as static converters under heading 8504.

8539Same rate: 37.4%

If for ultraviolet fluorescent lamps

UV-emitting fluorescent lamps, even hot cathode, fall under 8539.50 regardless of cathode type.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Include Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) detailing mercury vapor content for customs clearance

โ€ข Label packages with 'Fragile - Glass Tubes' and orientation arrows to minimize transit damage

โ€ข Check for Energy Star certification if marketing for U.S. commercial rebates

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