Direct-Lit LED Backlight Module for 55-inch Commercial Display from China
Direct-lit module array with numerous LEDs distributed across a printed circuit substrate, connectors, and diffusers for high-brightness 55-inch LCDs in commercial signage. Meets HTS 9033.00.20.00 criteria as backlight illumination source for chapter 90 LCD apparatus. Passive components optimize thermal management.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 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(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Import Tips
• Include manufacturer specs confirming passive components and LCD-specific design to justify chapter 90 parts classification
• Watch for undervaluation penalties; declare full value including optical films as integral to backlight function
• Pre-classify with customs via binding ruling if modules include advanced dimming circuits nearing controller territory