Xenon Short Arc Lamp

A xenon short arc lamp produces intense, full-spectrum white light through an electrical discharge between tungsten electrodes in xenon gas. It falls under HTS 8539.41.00.00 as an arc lamp designed for high-intensity applications like cinema projectors and searchlights.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.6%+35.0%37.6%
🇲🇽Mexico2.6%+10.0%12.6%
🇨🇦Canada2.6%+10.0%12.6%
🇩🇪Germany2.6%+10.0%12.6%
🇯🇵Japan2.6%+10.0%12.6%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8539.21Lower: 12.6% vs 37.6%

If designed primarily as infrared heating lamp

Infrared lamps using discharge but primarily for heating classified under 8539.21, not general arc lamps

8539Same rate: 37.6%

If imported as complete LED light source assembly

LED light sources, even high-intensity ones, fall under 8539.50 regardless of application

9007.91Lower: 13.9% vs 37.6%

If for use in cinema projection equipment as parts

Arc lamps specifically for cinematographic projectors classified as parts of projection apparatus in 9007.91

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify lamp specifications meet arc lamp criteria (electrical discharge, not filament); obtain manufacturer datasheets for customs; ensure proper hazardous material declarations for gas-filled bulbs

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