Electric Cigar Lighter Heating Element from China
Nichrome wire coil heating element for 12V DC vehicle cigar lighters that glow red-hot for ignition. Electrical part classified under HTS 9613.90.4000 despite vehicle use, as dedicated lighter component.
Duty Rate — China → United States
23.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Automotive grade certification (SAE J563) supports lighter classification over vehicle parts
• Specify 12V/16A rating and bimetal safety cut-off in specs