Electric Vehicle Defroster PTC Heater Element from Germany
Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) ceramic heating element for EV defroster systems, providing self-regulating heat for windshield and cabin demisting without traditional engine heat. Designed for high-voltage automotive integration. HTS 8512.90.70.00 part.
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
• Highlight 400V+ automotive high-voltage certification and PTC self-regulation
• Include thermal runaway test reports for safety compliance
• EV specificity prevents classification as general PTC heaters