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Motorcycle Brake Light Switch Sensor from Germany

Electrical switch sensor that activates the brake light on motorcycles when brakes are applied, constructed with durable weatherproof housing. Classified under HTS 8512.90.2000 as a part of signaling equipment for cycles, essential for rider safety. It directly interfaces with the vehicle's electrical system to trigger warning signals.

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.
9903.03.060%Articles of aluminum, of steel, or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.74.110%Articles as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.

Import Tips

Ensure sensor meets SAE J1154 standards for brake signaling; provide engineering specs confirming cycle/motor vehicle use

Avoid bulk packaging that suggests non-vehicle end-use

Declare exact vehicle compatibility to prevent reclassification

Motorcycle Brake Light Switch Sensor from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8512.90.20.00