Brass Oil Lantern
A traditional brass lantern designed to hold oil and a wick for flame-based illumination, commonly used for camping or decorative purposes. It falls under HTS 9405.50.40.00 as a non-electrical luminaire with no permanently fixed light source, classified among other lighting fittings not elsewhere specified. The design emphasizes portability and classic aesthetics without electrical components.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported solely as a stainless steel or iron container without wick holder
Without lighting-specific features like a wick burner, it becomes a base metal household article rather than a luminaire.
If for miniature versions designed as toys
Toy lanterns fall under Chapter 95 as recreational items, excluded from Chapter 94 per chapter notes.
If it includes any electrical components like a battery-powered LED
Addition of electrical elements shifts classification to other electrical luminaires in the same heading group.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the lantern is purely non-electrical with no integrated wiring or bulbs to avoid reclassification to electrical headings
• Provide detailed photos and material breakdowns in documentation to confirm it's a lighting fitting, not a toy or decorative article
• Check for flame safety certifications like UL for oil lamps to meet U.S. import standards and prevent holds
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