Searchlight Arc Lamp Lower Carbons from Mexico
Negative lower carbon electrodes (cathodes) for military and marine searchlights, featuring copper-coated tips for stable arc formation in high-wind conditions. Used in electrical arc generation for powerful beam projection. HTS 8545.90.20.00 applies to these arc light carbons.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document copper coating specifications and arc stability ratings to justify arc light carbon status
• For defense imports, prepare ITAR/EAR certifications alongside HTS classification docs
• Avoid misdeclaration as lamp carbons without metal (pure graphite) which affects metal content declarations