Decorative Aluminum Solar Lamppost from Japan
Ornate aluminum lamppost with integrated solar panel mounting brackets for garden or walkway lighting. Falls under HTS 9405.99.40.20 as an aluminum lamppost structure, excluding the solar panel and light source which import separately.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Separate solar panels (HTS 8541.40) from lamppost structures to maintain parts classification and optimize duties
• Document ornamental features (e.g
• finials, patterns) to justify value over basic poles
• Comply with UL 1598 standards for outdoor lighting components; provide test reports for customs