Philips MHN-LA 400W Metal Halide Lamp from Japan
This is a 400-watt metal halide discharge lamp using mercury vapor and metal halides to produce high-intensity white light for industrial applications. It falls under HTS 8539.32.00.90 as a mercury or sodium vapor lamp, specifically metal halide type, not classified as ultraviolet. Commonly used in large warehouses and sports arenas for energy-efficient lighting.
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 lamp base type (e.g
• E40) and voltage compatibility with US standards to avoid customs rejection
• Include manufacturer specs confirming metal halide composition and non-UV classification