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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If designed primarily as infrared heating lamp
Infrared lamps using discharge but primarily for heating classified under 8539.21, not general arc lamps
If imported as complete LED light source assembly
LED light sources, even high-intensity ones, fall under 8539.50 regardless of application
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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