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Cinema Projector Upper Carbon Electrodes from Japan

Positive upper carbon rods (anodes) engineered for professional 35mm cinema projectors, providing sustained high-lumen arc illumination. Made from high-purity graphite to minimize flicker during film projection. Fits HTS 8545.90.20.00 as specialized arc light carbons.

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

• Provide projector compatibility specs and arc current ratings in import docs to confirm arc light classification

• Ensure packaging distinguishes upper/lower carbons; mixed shipments may complicate duty assessment