Wall-Mounted Sconce Candle Holder from China
A wrought iron wall sconce with drip pans and arms for pillar candles, intended for hallway or fireplace illumination. Under HTS 9405.50.40.00 for non-electrical wall lighting fittings. It mounts via screws but relies on open flames.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43.5%
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 mounting hardware in invoices to avoid classification as furniture parts under note exclusions
• Test for wall stability and provide specs to meet building code import requirements
• Avoid bulk packaging that mimics furniture; present as individual lighting units