LED Neon Open Sign from Germany
A brightly illuminated 'OPEN' sign featuring LED neon-style tubing with a permanently fixed light source, designed for mounting in store windows to indicate business hours. It falls under HTS 9405.69.60.00 as an illuminated sign not elsewhere specified, distinct from general luminaires or searchlights.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify the light source is permanently fixed and not user-replaceable to avoid reclassification as general lighting fittings under 9405.11-9405.19
• Include detailed photos and wiring diagrams in documentation to prove it's an illuminated sign rather than a luminaire
• Ensure UL or ETL certification for electrical safety to prevent customs holds on import