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HTS 8512 — Electrical lighting and signaling equipment for vehicles Tariff Rate (2026)

Electrical lighting or signaling equipment, windshield wipers, and defrosters for vehicles.

Duty Rates

2.5%
MFN Rate
10%
Section 122
N/A
Section 232
25%
Section 301 (China)

Top Countries of Origin

#1🇲🇽Mexico
10%
#2🇨🇳China
10% + Sec 301
#3🇯🇵Japan
10%
#4🇩🇪Germany
10%
#5🇰🇷South Korea
10%

Products classified under HTS 8512 — Electrical lighting and signaling equipment for vehicles — are among the globally sourced imports entering the US. Electrical lighting or signaling equipment, windshield wipers, and defrosters for vehicles. All imports under this heading are subject to the 10% Section 122 tariff (effective February 24, 2026). Chinese imports face an additional Section 301 tariff of 25%. The top countries of origin for HTS 8512 imports include MX, CN, JP, DE, KR. Tariff rates vary by source country based on applicable trade agreements and special tariff programs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tariff rate for HTS 8512 (Electrical lighting and signaling equipment for vehicles)?
The MFN duty rate for HTS 8512 is 2.5%. All imports also face the 10% Section 122 tariff. China Section 301: 25%.
Where do most HTS 8512 imports come from?
The top origin countries for electrical lighting and signaling equipment for vehicles are MX, CN, JP, DE, KR. Tariff rates vary based on the source country's trade agreements and applicable surcharges.
Will the tariff on HTS 8512 change in 2026?
The 10% Section 122 tariff expires approximately July 24, 2026 unless Congress acts. MFN rates and Section 232/301 tariffs have no set expiration. Monitor legislative and executive actions for changes.

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Electrical Machinery Tariffs by Country

🇲🇽 Electrical Machinery from Mexico
10% Section 122
🇨🇳 Electrical Machinery from China
10% Section 122 + Section 301
🇯🇵 Electrical Machinery from Japan
10% Section 122
🇩🇪 Electrical Machinery from Germany
10% Section 122
🇰🇷 Electrical Machinery from South Korea
10% Section 122

Other Headings in Chapter 85

HTS 8501: Electric motors and generators
MFN 2.5%
HTS 8502: Electric generating sets
MFN 2.5%
HTS 8504: Electrical transformers and power supplies
MFN 2.4%
HTS 8506: Primary cells and batteries
MFN 2.7%
HTS 8507: Electric accumulators (rechargeable batteries)
MFN 3.4%
HTS 8511: Electrical ignition and starting equipment
MFN 2.5%

Related Pages

Chapter 85: Electrical Machinery
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