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12 Volt Disc Horn for Automobiles from Germany

A compact 12V electrical disc horn designed for passenger cars and light trucks, producing a loud audible signal for sound signaling. It falls under HTS 8512.30.00.20 as sound signaling equipment specifically for motor vehicles, excluding bicycles. The horn operates on vehicle battery power and mounts under the hood.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

15%

Rate breakdown

9903.94.5315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of the European Union as specified in subdivision (o) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter) rate of duty under column1 less than 15 percent.
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)
9903.74.100%Articles as provided for in subdivision (k) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter
9903.74.110%Articles as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.

Import Tips

Verify voltage rating (typically 12V) and sound level (dB) comply with vehicle safety standards like FMVSS 12V for U.S. imports

Include OEM part numbers and vehicle compatibility certifications in documentation to avoid misclassification as general electrical parts