Mercury Vapor Discharge Lamp from Mexico
A high-intensity mercury vapor discharge lamp used for industrial lighting and streetlights, producing light through an electric arc in mercury vapor. It falls under HTS 8539.39.90.00 as a discharge lamp other than ultraviolet lamps, specifically categorized as 'other' within non-UV discharge lamps.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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 confirm it's a mercury vapor discharge type, not UV-specific, to avoid reclassification
• Include hazardous material documentation for mercury content per EPA and DOT regulations
• Check for energy efficiency labeling requirements under DOE standards to prevent customs holds