CBP Confirms: Lumens Camera Born in Taiwan
Published Date: 1/13/2026
Notice
Summary
U.S. Customs and Border Protection has officially decided that the Lumens VC-TR60A Camera’s last major makeover happened in Taiwan. This means the camera is considered made in Taiwan for trade rules, which affects import duties and government buying. Anyone interested has until February 12, 2026, to challenge this decision in court.
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Lumens Camera: Ruled Product of Taiwan
On December 19, 2025, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) concluded that the Lumens VC-TR60A (TR60A) camera’s last substantial transformation occurred in Taiwan. For purposes of U.S. Government procurement under the Trade Agreements Act, CBP states the camera is a product of Taiwan, which is relevant to purchases restricted by the Federal Acquisition Regulation and the TAA.
30-Day Judicial Review Deadline
A party-at-interest may seek judicial review of CBP's final determination in court no later than February 12, 2026. The Federal Register notice publishing the determination was issued January 13, 2026, and the determination itself was issued December 19, 2025.
Administrative Reexamination Can Be Requested
Any party-at-interest other than the requester may ask CBP to reexamine the matter and issue a new final determination pursuant to 19 CFR 177.31. This administrative reexamination may be requested after publication of the final determination.
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