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Steel Industrial Safety Sign

A base metal steel sign with permanently fixed LED lights highlighting safety warnings like 'Caution High Voltage' for factory use. Classified under HTS 9405.69.40.00 as other illuminated signs of base metal, excluding those specified elsewhere. Its durable construction suits harsh environments.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6%+37.5%43.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6%+10.0%16%
🇨🇦Canada6%+10.0%16%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

9405Same rate: 43.5%

If not containing an electrical light source

Without a permanently fixed light, it becomes a non-illuminated sign under 9405.60, changing the functional classification.

7326.90.86Lower: 40.4% vs 43.5%

If for industrial use without illumination

Plain base metal safety plaques without lights are often classified as other articles of iron or steel in Chapter 73.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Include UL or equivalent safety certifications for electrical components; ensure signage text complies with US standards

• Pitfall: undervaluing by classifying as non-illuminated metal signage under Chapter 83