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Twinkling Starburst Christmas Light String from Japan

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 — 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 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

Twinkling Starburst Christmas Light String from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 9405.39.00