Steering Wheel Lock Bar from Germany
A steel bar device that clamps around the steering wheel and brake pedal of a car to prevent the wheel from turning, serving as a non-integral immobilizer. It falls under HTS 8301.20.00.30 as a lock specifically designed for motor vehicles, not built into the vehicle's structure. These visible deterrents are popular for aftermarket anti-theft security.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.5315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of the European Union as specified in subdivision (o) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter) rate of duty under column1 less than 15 percent.
9903.74.110%Articles as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Verify the device is explicitly for motor vehicles and non-integral to avoid reclassification as general padlocks under 8301.10
• Include detailed photos and diagrams in documentation showing installation on steering wheel to prove HTS 8301.20.00.30 applicability
• Ensure labeling complies with automotive safety standards; common pitfall is missing country-of-melt for steel components