Panasonic PT Projector Ballast from China
Electronic ballast for high-pressure discharge lamps in Panasonic PT-series image projectors. This power regulation component is classified under HTS 9008.90.40.00 as suitable principally for image projectors.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify voltage/current ratings matching projector lamp specifications
• Include circuit diagrams proving dedicated projector ballast design
• Comply with UL safety standards for high-voltage components