LED Metal 'Open' Sign from Japan
A rectangular illuminated sign made of aluminum with permanently fixed LED lights spelling 'OPEN', designed for mounting above store entrances. It falls under HTS 9405.61.40.00 as an illuminated sign of base metal using LED light sources, not elsewhere specified. Primarily used by retail businesses to indicate operating hours.
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
• Verify the sign uses permanently fixed LEDs and is constructed primarily of base metal like steel or aluminum to avoid reclassification
• Include detailed photos and technical specs in documentation proving LED-only design and non-portable nature