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Automotive Windshield Defrost Heating Element from Japan

A basic electric heating resistor with insulated ceramic former and wire connections, mounted behind automotive windshields for deicing and defogging. It melts thin ice layers and evaporates moisture for clear visibility, fitting HTS 8516.80.4000's anti-icing specifications.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include automotive OEM specifications confirming deicing function and simple assembly

• Label clearly as 'deicing resistor' to distinguish from general vehicle heaters

Automotive Windshield Defrost Heating Element from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8516.80.40.00