Philips HPL-N 400W/640 High Pressure Mercury Vapor Lamp from Germany

This is a 400-watt high-pressure mercury vapor discharge lamp with a clear tubular glass bulb, designed for industrial and street lighting applications. It produces bright white light through mercury vapor excitation under high voltage, falling under HTS 8539.32.00.40 as a mercury vapor lamp other than ultraviolet types. Commonly used in high-bay fixtures and older outdoor lighting systems.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

12.4%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify lamp specifications match mercury vapor classification; provide technical datasheets showing mercury fill and non-UV design to avoid misclassification

Check for hazardous material declarations due to mercury content; comply with EPA and TSCA regulations for import documentation

Ensure packaging prevents breakage, as damaged lamps may trigger waste classification issues under environmental laws