Backup Alarm for Construction Equipment

Reverse motion alarm producing 97-112 dB tonal signal for heavy equipment blind spots. HTS 8531.80.90.41 as other sound signaling for industrial safety. White noise broadband models available.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8512.90.40Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If when vehicle-integrated at import

Equipment-mounted signaling apparatus falls under vehicle parts heading 8512.

8431.49.90Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If as other construction machinery parts

Forklift/crane backup alarms may classify with the machinery in 8431.

8531.80Same rate: 17.5%

If basic single-tone reverse beepers

Simple buzzers/toners without complex signaling go to basic apparatus.

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Import Tips & Compliance

SAE J-994 compliance docs required for vehicle backup alarm acceptance

Specify tonal vs broadband noise; affects noise regulation classification

Universal mounting kits may require parts declaration under 8708

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