Under Cabinet LED Light Strip from Japan
Battery or plug-in LED strip lights designed for installation under kitchen cabinets to provide task lighting. This product is classified under HTS 9405.49.00.00 as other electric luminaires with a fixed light source, not specified as searchlights or spotlights. It's commonly used in residential remodeling.
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
• Label with IP rating for moisture resistance if kitchen-rated to support classification
• Include wiring diagrams to prove it's a complete lighting fitting, not wiring accessories
• Watch for reclassification if sold as modular components rather than finished strips