9405.21.60 - Other

This HTS category, 9405.21.60, encompasses "Other" electric table, desk, bedside, or floor-standing luminaires specifically designed for LED light sources and constructed of base metal. It serves as a residual category for such luminaires that do not fall under the more specific sibling classification for those made of brass. The primary defining characteristics for classification within this broad group include their intended use as stationary lighting fixtures for domestic or commercial spaces, their reliance on LED technology, and their construction predominantly from non-precious base metals.

Distinguishing this category from its sibling, 9405.21.40 (Of brass), is the material composition. While both are base metal luminaires designed for LED use, this category is for those not explicitly made of brass, which may include items constructed from steel, aluminum, iron, or other common base metals. The functionality and design principles for LED operation remain consistent, but the specific metal used for the luminaire's construction is the differentiating factor at this level.

Given that this category has subcategories, it signifies further breakdown based on the intended application of these base metal LED luminaires. The subdivisions, 9405.21.60.10 (Household) and 9405.21.60.20 (Other), are designed to differentiate between luminaires intended for residential settings versus those designated for other purposes, such as commercial, industrial, or institutional environments. This distinction allows for more granular tracking and potential tariff variations based on the end-use sector.