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Galvanized Steel Vapor Tight Fixture from Japan

Durable galvanized steel ceiling light fixture with vapor-tight lens for humid environments like bathrooms. Falls under HTS 9405.19.60 as other base metal electric ceiling fitting for indoor private use. Complies with chapter exclusions for public space lighting.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include NEMA rating certifications to verify indoor commercial suitability

• Avoid bulk packaging declarations that might suggest parts rather than complete units

• Test metal content; if under base metal threshold, reclassify to plastic headings