Argon Ion Gas Laser Tube from Japan
Argon ion laser tubes generate blue-green laser light through electrical discharge in argon gas, used in scientific research and holography. Classified as gas-filled electron tubes under HTS 8540.89.0020 based on tube construction.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Technical specs must confirm gas discharge mechanism vs. diode-pumped
• Power supply requirements documentation helps establish tube function
• Avoid declaring as 'laser pointer' which changes retail classification