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Automotive Ignition Wiring Set for Gasoline Engines from Germany

This ignition wiring set consists of high-voltage insulated cables connecting the distributor, spark plugs, and ignition coil in passenger cars with gasoline engines. It is specifically designed for automotive use to transmit electrical pulses for spark generation. Classified under HTS 8544.30.00.00 as an ignition wiring set used in vehicles.

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

Verify the wiring set is explicitly for vehicle ignition systems with documentation like OEM specs to avoid reclassification as general cable

Include automotive safety certifications (e.g

SAE J2031) and test reports for insulation withstand voltage in import paperwork