Brass Swing-Arm Table Lamp from Japan
Elegant brass swing-arm table lamp allowing shade positioning, with a heavy brass base and parchment shade over a fixed halogen bulb. It qualifies under HTS 9405.29.40 as a brass electric table-standing luminaire.
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
• Use invoices specifying 'brass' vs. 'brass-plated' to prevent downclassification disputes
• Comply with FCC standards for electromagnetic interference in adjustable models
• Declare total weight and metal breakdown for accurate duty assessment