Tesla Model 3 Bumper Sensor Housing from Germany
Composite plastic housing for ultrasonic parking sensors embedded in Tesla Model 3 bumpers. Qualifies under HTS 8708.10.60 for electric vehicle bumper parts supporting ADAS features.
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.
9903.74.110%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
• Document integration with sensor electronics but classify housing separately
• Provide CAD models confirming flush bumper mounting design
• Avoid 9031 sensor pitfalls by emphasizing structural housing role