Osram HNS 11W UV Germicidal Bulb from Japan
A compact UV-C discharge lamp from Osram used in HVAC systems for air purification, producing short-wave ultraviolet light to kill airborne pathogens. Classified under HTS 8539.49.00.40 as an ultraviolet lamp due to its discharge technology and UV emission spectrum. It is ozone-producing and requires proper ventilation in installations.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include material safety data sheets for mercury content; confirm ballast compatibility in import docs; common pitfall is undervaluing based on compact size