Twinkling Starburst Christmas Light String from China
A 10-meter string of starburst LEDs with twinkling animation, featuring 50 bulbs and suction clips for artificial Christmas trees. Classified in HTS 9405.39.00 as 'other' lighting strings for Christmas trees due to fixed lights and thematic design. The burst pattern mimics starry night skies on trees.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify animation controller as integral for permanent light source verification
• Avoid mixing with non-LED bulbs to prevent hybrid classification issues
• Provide energy efficiency labels matching DOE standards for lighting imports