Hamamatsu L8196 Xenon Arc Short Arc Lamp from Canada
A 150W short-arc xenon lamp providing continuous UV-visible-IR spectrum for spectroscopy and solar simulation. Falls under HTS 8539.49.00.80 as an arc lamp (other) with significant ultraviolet output. Used in analytical instruments requiring broadband light sources.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
12.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Include spectral distribution curves showing UV content (>10% of output) to justify arc/UV classification
• Handle as hazardous material (high pressure gas); comply with UN 3268 shipping regulations
• Distinguish from flash lamps (8539.21); continuous operation defines arc lamp status