Plasma Lighter High-Voltage Transformer from Germany
Step-up transformer converting low-voltage battery power to 3,000V for plasma arc generation in flameless lighters. As an electrical component integral to lighter operation, it falls under HTS 9613.90.4000 parts excluding flints/wicks.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test certificates proving voltage output for lighter arcs help distinguish from general transformers
• Mark 'For Lighter Use Only' to avoid Chapter 85 classification as power supply components