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Xenon Flashtube Trigger Gas Tube from Japan

Xenon flashtube trigger tubes initiate high-power photographic flashes using gas spark discharge. The high-voltage gas breakdown provides reliable triggering, classifying under HTS 8540.89.0020.

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

• Peak current and voltage ratings must match flashtube specifications

• Common misclassification as spark gap under electrical apparatus

• Quantity per studio lighting set affects set classification