G13 Base 36W UV-C Sterilization Tube

Standard G13 bi-pin base UV-C fluorescent tube lamp for surface and water disinfection in professional settings like hospitals. It qualifies under HTS 8539.49.00.40 as an ultraviolet discharge lamp producing germicidal wavelengths. The tube is shatterproof coated for safety in food processing environments.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina2.4%+35.0%37.4%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico2.4%+10.0%12.4%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada2.4%+10.0%12.4%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany2.4%+10.0%12.4%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan2.4%+10.0%12.4%

Alternative Classifications

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

9405Lower: 16% vs 37.4%

If other electric lamps for industrial disinfection setups

Some UV lamps marketed as lighting devices may fall under broader lamp subheadings if not strictly UV-specified.

8421.39.01Lower: 35% vs 37.4%

If integral to water filtering/purifying machinery

UV lamps built into water treatment equipment are classified with the machinery under Chapter 84.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Declare exact phosphor type and UV output in commercial invoice; obtain ETL/UL listing for US market; avoid classifying as household lamp (different subheading)

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