Passenger Car LED License Plate Light

Surface-mount LED light for illuminating vehicle license plates meeting minimum lux requirements. HTS 8512.20.20.80 classification for other motor vehicle lighting equipment essential for road legality. 6000K daylight color temperature.

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.

8512.90Lower: 12.5% vs 50%

If when imported as license plate light mounting assemblies

Mounting hardware without electrical components classifies as parts.

8512.20Same rate: 50%

If reverse lights with signaling function

Backup lights with signaling capability go to signaling subheading.

8539Lower: 12.6% vs 50%

If for incandescent license plate bulbs only

Separate filament lamps classify under electric filament lamps.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify minimum 50 lux illumination certification; include wiring diagrams; avoid bulk packaging that suggests parts status

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