Opportunity
Federal Register #B-65-2026
Proposed Production Activity for Window Shades at Lutron Electronics Co., Inc. in FTZ 207, Ashland, Virginia
Posted
June 11, 2026
Respond By
July 21, 2026
Identifier
B-65-2026
NAICS
337920
This opportunity concerns a proposed production activity for window shades at Lutron Electronics Co., Inc.'s facility in Ashland, Virginia, within Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 207. - Government Buyer: - Foreign-Trade Zones Board, Department of Commerce - OEM Highlight: - Lutron Electronics Co., Inc. is the primary manufacturer and OEM - Products Requested: - Lineals and hembars (components for window shades) - Finished shades with PVC, synthetic, or knitted synthetic fabrics - Drapery tracks and headrails - Shade power supplies - Materials and Components (foreign-status): - Includes plastic drapery housing covers, spring assist gears, PVC tubes, carbon fiber tubing, aluminum alloyed hembars, electronic drive units, metal bracket kits, gear boxes, synthetic and textile fabrics, packaging materials, aluminum endcaps, timing belts, molded clutches, foam packaging, custom crates, polycarbonate wheel hubs, laminated paperboard, wooden pallets - Notable Requirements: - Duty rates for materials range from duty-free to 14.9%, with some subject to special trade duties (sections 122, 232, or 301) - Only listed materials and finished products are authorized for FTZ production - Public comment is invited on the proposed activity - Quantities and part numbers are not specified in the notice - The production activity is limited to the specific materials and products listed
Description
This notice pertains to a proposed production activity at Lutron Electronics Co., Inc. within Foreign-Trade Zone 207 in Ashland, Virginia. The production activity involves manufacturing window shades and related components using specific foreign-status materials and components. The notification was submitted to the Foreign-Trade Zones Board and includes details on the types of finished products and materials involved, as well as applicable duty rates. Public comments are invited until July 21, 2026.