Brass Hurricane Lantern Wall Sconce from Germany
A decorative wall-mounted lighting fixture made primarily of brass with a glass hurricane shade, designed for household use to hold electric bulbs mimicking candlelight. It falls under HTS 9405.19.40.10 as a brass electric wall lighting fitting for household settings, excluding public space applications. The permanently fixed light source and base metal construction classify it here.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify brass content exceeds 50% for accurate classification and provide mill test certificates
• Ensure UL or ETL listing for household electrical safety compliance
• Avoid mislabeling as outdoor fixtures to prevent reclassification