Bus LED Compartment Light

Recessed LED stepwell and compartment lighting for city transit buses with emergency battery backup. Classified under HTS 8512.20.20.80 as other commercial motor vehicle interior lighting equipment. Vandal-resistant design.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+50.0%50%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+25.0%25%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+25.0%25%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+15.0%15%
🇯🇵JapanFree+15.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

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

8708.29Lower: 27.5% vs 50%

If part of complete bus body interior assemblies

Integrated bus body parts with lighting fall under Chapter 87.

8539Lower: 12.6% vs 50%

If bus lighting with incandescent technology

Filament-based bus lighting classifies under heading 8539.

9405.11Lower: 13.9% vs 50%

If general commercial bus interior ceiling fixtures

Lighting designed for fixed installations shifts to Chapter 94.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide FTA Buy America compliance if applicable; declare emergency backup duration; specify bus body manufacturer compatibility

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