Returned Philips Hue Smart Bulb from Germany
Philips Hue LED smart bulb exported for lighting design showcase and returned. Classified under HTS 9801.00.10.55 as Chapter 85 lighting/signaling apparatus returned within 3 years unchanged. No improvement abroad.
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
• Provide design showcase invitations as export proof
• Test functionality before/after to document consistency
• Package individually to prevent damage claims