Brass Bedside Reading Lamp from Japan
Compact swing-arm brass lamp for nightstands with touch-activated fixed LED and fabric shade. HTS 9405.29.40.20 covers this other brass table/bedside luminaire. Fixed light source distinguishes from portable battery lamps.
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
• Specify 'permanently fixed light source' in commercial invoice to prevent portable lamp reclass
• Comply with Energy Star ratings for LED efficiency claims during customs valuation
• Watch for misdeclaration as toy lighting, which shifts to Chapter 95 exclusion