Truck Mirror Defogger Element

Thin-film heating pads adhered to heavy-duty truck side mirrors to eliminate fog, ice, and condensation for commercial motor vehicles. Falls under HTS 8512.40.20.00 as specialized demisters for vehicle safety equipment.

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

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8516.80Lower: 10% vs 52.5%

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8512.90Lower: 12.5% vs 52.5%

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7009.92.50Lower: 41.5% vs 52.5%

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ensure FMVSS compliance documentation for commercial vehicles; specify voltage range (12/24V) for trucks; bundle with mirror assemblies only if functionally integral to avoid parts classification

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