8539.32.00.40/Philips HPL-N 400W/640 High Pressure Mercury Vapor Lamp/Japan

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

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 — 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

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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