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Marine Fog Horn Signal from Germany

Electric fog horn compliant with SOLAS regulations for vessel collision avoidance signaling. HTS 8531.80.90.41 covers this as other sound signaling apparatus for maritime safety. Automated timer and remote activation standard.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include IMO/SOLAS type approval certificates mandatory for maritime customs clearance

• Measure sound output at 1km range per regulations to validate signaling classification

• Separate mounting brackets; ship parts may reclassify under 8487 if structural