Rear Window Defroster Grid Element from Japan
A conductive heating grid element made of thin metal traces printed on glass, used in automotive rear windows to clear frost and fog. It connects to the vehicle's electrical system and is specifically designed as a replaceable part for defroster assemblies in cars and trucks. Classified under 8512.90.70.00 as a part of defrosters and demisters for motor vehicles.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.4315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of Japan as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter.
9903.74.110%Articles as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
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)
Import Tips
• Verify compatibility with specific vehicle models via OEM part numbers to avoid misclassification as general electrical parts
• Include automotive safety certifications like SAE J903 in documentation to prove motor vehicle end-use
• Watch for undervaluation pitfalls; provide invoices showing defroster-specific design to prevent reclassification