Brass LED Restaurant Nameplate

A polished brass nameplate with engraved business name and embedded LED backlighting, fixed for wall mounting outside restaurants. Classified under HTS 9405.61.40.00 for base metal illuminated nameplates with permanent LED sources. Enhances visibility for branding in low-light conditions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6%+35.0%41%
🇲🇽Mexico6%+10.0%16%
🇨🇦Canada6%+10.0%16%
🇩🇪Germany6%+10.0%16%
🇯🇵Japan6%+10.0%16%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9405.21.40Lower: 38.7% vs 41%

If of plastic materials

Plastic nameplates fall under separate material-specific subheading.

7117.19Lower: 21% vs 41%

If imitation jewelry or high-value decorative

Base metal articles imitating jewelry shift to Chapter 71 if not primarily functional lighting.

9405Same rate: 41%

If using non-LED sources

Permanent light source must be LED; others classify under general LED fittings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify base metal composition (e.g

brass >50% by weight) with mill test reports to confirm classification

Document IP rights for custom engravings to avoid counterfeiting issues at entry