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Plasma Lighter High-Voltage Transformer from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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