Backlit Restaurant Menu Board from Japan
Wall-mounted menu board with backlit LED panels displaying food prices and specials, featuring a sealed, permanently fixed light source for indoor restaurant use. It qualifies for HTS 9405.69.60.00 as an other illuminated sign.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit menu board dimensions and power specs to confirm it's not oversized for luminaire headings
• Use commercial invoice descriptions specifying 'illuminated sign' to prevent misfiling under Chapter 85 electrical apparatus
• Check for IP-rated waterproofing if outdoor-rated, as weatherproofing may affect classification scrutiny