Hella B2S Automotive Horn

The Hella B2S is a compact disc-type sound signaling horn designed for installation on passenger cars and light trucks, producing a loud 118 dB tone for vehicle warning. It falls under HTS 8512.30.00.40 as 'other' sound signaling equipment for motor vehicles, distinct from train horns or complete assemblies.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.5%+50.0%52.5%
🇲🇽Mexico2.5%+25.0%27.5%
🇨🇦Canada2.5%+25.0%27.5%
🇩🇪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 52.5%

If for bicycles or motorcycles under 500cc

Sound signaling equipment specifically designed for cycles falls under the separate cycle subheading.

8531.80Lower: 10% vs 52.5%

If sold as industrial or building alarm equipment

Visual or multi-function signaling not exclusively for vehicles shifts to general electrical sound apparatus.

8708.29Lower: 27.5% vs 52.5%

If imported as complete motor vehicle part of a set

When assembled into a vehicle body part assembly, classification moves to Chapter 87 parts.

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