Osram HQL 250W Clear Mercury Vapor Lamp from Japan
Osram's 250-watt clear mercury vapor lamp for high-intensity discharge lighting in factories and warehouses, operating via mercury arc discharge. It fits HTS 8539.32.00.40 as a non-UV mercury vapor lamp. Provides high lumen output for demanding illumination needs.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Submit photometric test reports to differentiate from UV or metal halide lamps during classification
• Comply with RoHS exemptions for mercury lamps; prepare justification documentation for customs
• Use protective inner packaging to prevent phosphor coating damage, a common inspection failure point