LED Under-Cabinet Kitchen Strip from Japan
Slim, adhesive-backed LED strip lights mounted under kitchen cabinets for task illumination over countertops. Fixed LED diodes in a linear housing for permanent installation. HTS 9405.11.80.20 applies to this LED-exclusive wall/ceiling-adjacent fitting.
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
• Document mounting method (adhesive/screws) to prove fixed installation vs portable
• Specify 12V/24V low-voltage; high-voltage strips risk electrical safety scrutiny
• Avoid retail-ready packaging; bulk import reduces manipulation duties