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.

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.

8531.90.30Lower: 35% vs 50%

If marketed as universal charging station lighting

Non-vehicle specific lighting classifies under electrical sound/visual apparatus.

8544.42.90Lower: 37.6% vs 50%

If imported with charging cable conductors

Cable-integrated lighting treated as insulated wire assemblies.

8512.90.60Same rate: 50%

If charging port housing components without LEDs

Unlighted assemblies classify as lighting equipment parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include EV-specific connector illumination standards documentation

Specify integration with vehicle CAN bus for status indication

New product category - emphasize motor vehicle electrical system compatibility

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