LED Automotive Turn Signal Bulb from Japan
A replacement LED bulb designed for automotive turn signal lights on motor vehicles, emitting flashing amber light to indicate direction changes. It falls under HTS 8512.20.40 as visual signaling equipment specifically for motor vehicles, distinct from general lighting. Meets DOT standards for vehicle safety signaling.
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 FMVSS 108 compliance certification for U.S. vehicle safety standards
• Include detailed technical specs showing flashing capability and vehicle mounting compatibility
• Avoid misclassification as general lighting (8512.20.20) by documenting signaling function