Hamamatsu L8196 Xenon Arc Short Arc Lamp from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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