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Solar-Powered Christmas Tree Light String

A 100-LED string powered by integrated solar panels, intended for Christmas trees or garden displays during holidays. Falls under HTS 9405.39.0040 for other Christmas tree lighting strings with fixed light sources, excluding solar panels as primary classification factor.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8%+37.5%45.5%
🇲🇽Mexico8%+10.0%18%
🇨🇦Canada8%+10.0%18%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9405.50.40.00Lower: 43.5% vs 45.5%

If solar panel is the dominant feature and marketed as a garden lantern

Devices where solar lighting serves as a portable lantern shift to other outdoor lanterns.

8541Lower: 12.5% vs 45.5%

If imported as unfinished solar photo-voltaic LED modules

Semiconductor-based LED components without decorative string assembly are parts.

9405.42.60Lower: 43.5% vs 45.5%

If for other holiday-themed LED strings not tied to Christmas trees

Broader festive applications move to other electric decorative lighting.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include solar panel efficiency specs and wiring diagrams to confirm lighting string principal function

• Comply with FCC Part 15 for EMI emissions on solar-integrated electronics

• Avoid misdeclaration as standalone solar lanterns, which fall under 9405.50

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