Smartphone OLED-Compatible LED Backlight Development Kit from Japan
Prototype LED backlight module sized for smartphone LCDs (6.5-inch), with test connectors and substrate for display qualification. Classifies in HTS 9033.00.20.00 as LCD backlight source despite development use, matching physical/technical specs. Includes evaluation optics.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Mark as 'R&D samples' with low commercial value to qualify for duty relief programs
• Include end-client qualification test plans linking to chapter 90 LCD apparatus
• Limit quantities to avoid anti-circumvention scrutiny on prototype imports