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Headlight Aiming Station

Mechanical wall-mounted or floor-standing device with optical screens for precise vehicle headlight beam alignment. Classified under HTS 8479.89.95.60 as automotive lighting maintenance equipment.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.5%+37.5%40%
🇲🇽Mexico2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇨🇦Canada2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9031.49.40.00Lower: 37.5% vs 40%

If optical measuring instruments

Purely measuring optical alignment devices in Chapter 90.

8479.89Same rate: 40%

If other automotive diagnostic machines

Broader diagnostic provisions if not specifically aiming.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide beam pattern compliance with FMVSS 108 standards

• Include adjustable mirror and leveling specs in technical data

• Distinguish from general optical testing equipment