Lighting equipment
Electrical lighting or signaling equipment (excluding articles of heading 8539), windshield wipers, defrosters and demisters, of a kind used for cycles or motor vehicles; parts thereof: > Other lighting or visual signaling equipment: > Lighting equipment
Duty Rate (from China)
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Except for products described in headings 9903.94.06, 9903.94.32, 9903.94.33, 9903.94.42, 9903.94.43, 9903.94.44, 9903.94.45, 9903.94.52, 9903.94.53, 9903.94.54, 9903.94.55, 9903.94.62, and 9903.94.63, automobile parts, as provided for in subdivision (g) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter
Articles of iron or steel, derivative articles of iron or steel, articles of aluminum, derivative articles of aluminum, passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks and parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks, semiconductor articles, semi-finished copper and intensive copper derivative products, wood products, or medium- and heavy-duty vehicles or medium- and heavy-duty vehicle parts, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Articles as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
Subheadings
Products classified under HTS 8512.20.20
Halogen Fog Light for Motor Vehicles
Fog light fixture using halogen bulb technology, mounted on vehicle bumpers for low-visibility conditions. Falls under HTS 8512.20.20 as other motor vehicle lighting equipment, distinct from headlights or signaling lamps. Includes bracket and wiring harness for direct vehicle integration.
Car Interior Ambient LED Lighting Kit
Multi-zone LED strip lighting system for vehicle cabin ambient illumination, controlled via app or dash switch. Classifies under 8512.20.20 as motor vehicle interior lighting equipment. Includes 12V power adapter and vehicle door/wiring harnesses.
Electric Vehicle Charging Port Light
LED ring light illuminating EV charging port door/area during plug-in operations. Specifically designed for electric passenger vehicles. HTS 8512.20.20 applies to modern motor vehicle auxiliary lighting equipment.
Truck Bed Cargo Area LED Floodlight
120W LED floodlight for pickup truck beds, activated by cab switch or remote. Provides 10,000+ lumens for nighttime loading. Classifies under 8512.20.20 as motor vehicle utility lighting equipment.
Vehicle Puddle LED Courtesy Light
Door-mounted LED projectors casting vehicle logo/outline on ground when doors open. Enhances safety and branding for luxury vehicles. HTS 8512.20.20 includes such auxiliary motor vehicle lighting.
Off-Road Vehicle LED Roof Spotlight
30-inch curved LED spotlight bar with 42,000 lumen output for Jeep/SUV roof racks. Features spot/flood combo beam pattern for trail lighting. HTS 8512.20.20 covers motor vehicle off-road lighting equipment.
LED Automotive Headlight Assembly
Complete LED headlight unit designed for passenger vehicles, including housing, lens, and high-intensity LED modules for forward illumination. Classified under HTS 8512.20.20 as lighting equipment specifically for motor vehicles, excluding filament or discharge lamps. Meets automotive safety standards for road use.
Motorcycle Auxiliary LED Driving Light
High-power LED spot/flood light pod for motorcycle handlebar or frame mounting, enhancing visibility during night riding. HTS 8512.20.20 applies to lighting equipment for motor vehicles, including motorcycles as two-wheeled motor vehicles. Features IP67 waterproof rating for road durability.
Vehicle Reverse Light Assembly
LED reverse light unit for automotive tail light integration, illuminating area behind vehicle during backing. Classified in 8512.20.20 as motor vehicle lighting equipment, supporting safe maneuvering. Includes license plate illuminator functionality.
Truck Cab Roof LED Work Light Bar
40-inch LED light bar for mounting on heavy-duty truck cab roofs, providing wide-area flood lighting for work sites. HTS 8512.20.20 covers such motor vehicle lighting equipment designed for commercial trucks. Features SAE J595 compliance for vibration resistance.
Motor Vehicle License Plate LED Light
Compact LED illuminator specifically designed to light vehicle license plates for nighttime visibility and legal compliance. HTS 8512.20.20 includes such auxiliary motor vehicle lighting equipment. Universal mounting for sedans, trucks, and motorcycles.
Heavy Duty Trailer LED Marker Light
Surface-mount LED clearance/side marker light for semi-trailers and heavy-duty haulers, DOT-approved for highway use. Classifies under HTS 8512.20.20 as lighting equipment for motor vehicles/trailers. Features IP68 sealing for road splash protection.
Vehicle Underbody Neon Lighting Kit
RGB color-changing neon tube lighting system for undercarriage chassis illumination on passenger cars. HTS 8512.20.20 covers decorative motor vehicle lighting equipment. Includes controller, wiring, and vehicle chassis mounting brackets.
Motorcycle Turn Signal LED Pods
Bullet-style LED turn signal lights for motorcycle front/rear fender mounting with amber lenses. Although signaling function, classified under 8512.20.20 when designed primarily for illumination with integrated signaling. Universal fit for Harley-Davidson and metric cruisers.
Motor Vehicle Brake Light LED Upgrade Module
Plug-and-play LED replacement module for incandescent brake light housings, increasing brightness 3x. Designed for universal automotive tail light sockets. Classifies under 8512.20.20 as vehicle lighting equipment replacement.