LED Automotive Tail Light Assembly from Japan
A complete LED tail light assembly designed for passenger cars, featuring red LED stop, turn, and tail functions with integrated reflectors. It falls under HTS 8512.20.40.80 as visual signaling equipment for motor vehicles, specifically 'other' lighting or signaling not classified elsewhere in this subheading. Used to indicate braking, turning, and rear presence.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.4315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of Japan as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter.
9903.74.110%Articles as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Verify DOT and SAE compliance markings to meet U.S. vehicle safety standards for importation
• Include detailed technical specs and vehicle compatibility in documentation to prevent customs holds
• Check for LED-specific energy efficiency labels to avoid reclassification as general electrical equipment