Mercury Short Arc Lamp from Germany
Mercury short arc lamps generate high-intensity UV and visible light via electrical arc discharge in mercury vapor. Classified under HTS 8539.41.00.00 as arc lamps, commonly used in microscopy, spectroscopy, and semiconductor inspection.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include RoHS compliance certificates due to mercury content; declare exact wattage and voltage ratings; watch for reclassification as UV lamps if primary spectrum is ultraviolet