LED Automotive Headlight Housing

This aluminum housing assembly encases the LED modules and heat sinks for automotive headlights, designed specifically for motor vehicle lighting systems. It falls under HTS 8512.90.60.00 as a part of lighting equipment for motor vehicles, excluding complete lamps or articles of heading 8539. The housing provides structural support, thermal management, and mounting for the light source.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+50.0%50%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+25.0%25%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+25.0%25%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+15.0%15%
🇯🇵JapanFree+15.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8512.90.40.00Lower: 35% vs 50%

If electrical ceramic lamp bases or sockets

Classified separately under 8512.90.40.00 when specifically designed as bases or sockets for vehicle lamps, not general housings.

8708.29Lower: 27.5% vs 50%

If classified as body parts for motor vehicles

May shift to Chapter 87 if not specifically identifiable as lighting equipment parts and seen as general vehicle body stampings.

9405.99.40Lower: 41% vs 50%

If for household or non-vehicle LED fixtures

Parts of lighting sets for non-motor vehicle use fall under Chapter 94, differentiated by end-use application.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify compatibility with vehicle-specific standards like SAE or ECE; ensure documentation proves it's solely for motor vehicle lighting to avoid reclassification; common pitfall is insufficient proof of 'parts of lighting equipment' status