Brass LED Wall Sconce from Japan
A decorative wall-mounted luminaire made primarily of brass, designed exclusively for LED light sources with a permanently fixed LED module. It falls under HTS 9405.42.40.00 because it is an electric lighting fitting of brass intended solely for LED use. The brass construction provides a premium, corrosion-resistant finish suitable for indoor applications.
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
• Verify the luminaire is designed solely for LED sources with documentation like spec sheets to avoid reclassification
• Include material certificates confirming brass composition (at least 65% copper alloy) for customs compliance
• Label products with 'LED only' warnings and energy efficiency ratings to meet US safety standards like UL