| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8512202080 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9405490000 | Doc | 58.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
GARAGE LIGHTS - HS Code Classification & Customs Guidance
Based on the provided information, your "GARAGE LIGHTS" can be classified under two potential HS codes, depending on the specific characteristics of the product. Here's a detailed breakdown:
1. HS Code: 8512.20.20.80 – Electrical Lighting or Signaling Equipment for Vehicles
- Chapter 85: Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recording or reproducing apparatus, television-image multiplier apparatus, and parts thereof. This chapter broadly covers electrical components.
- 8512: Electrical lighting or signaling equipment (excluding articles of heading 8539), windshield wipers, defrosters and demisters, of a kind used for cycles or motor vehicles; parts thereof. This specifically focuses on lighting used for vehicles.
- 8512.20: Other lighting or visual signaling equipment. This narrows down to lighting other than those specifically defined earlier in the code.
- 8512.20.20: Lighting equipment.
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8512.20.20.80: Other. This is a residual category for lighting equipment not further specified within this subheading.
Applicable Tax Rate: * Basic Duty: 0.0% * Additional Tariff: 25.0% * Post April 2nd, 2025 Additional Tariff: 30.0% * Total Tax: 55.0%
Considerations: This HS code is suitable if your garage lights are specifically designed for use in vehicles (e.g., car garage lights, truck garage lights, etc.). If they are general-purpose lights used in a garage but not specifically for vehicles, the next HS code may be more appropriate.
2. HS Code: 9405.49.00.00 – Luminaires and Lighting Fittings (Not Elsewhere Specified)
- Chapter 94: Furniture; bedding, mattresses, support, stuffing and similar furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, not elsewhere specified or included; signboards, nameplates and the like; prefabricated buildings. This chapter covers furniture and lighting.
- 9405: Luminaires and lighting fittings including searchlights and spotlights and parts thereof, not elsewhere specified or included; illuminated signs, illuminated nameplates and the like, having a permanently fixed light source, and parts thereof not elsewhere specified or included. This focuses on lighting fixtures.
- 9405.49: Other electric luminaires and lighting fittings. This covers electric lighting fixtures not specifically defined elsewhere.
- 9405.49.00: Other. This is a residual category for other electric luminaires and lighting fittings.
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9405.49.00.00: Other. This is a further residual category.
Applicable Tax Rate: * Basic Duty: 3.9% * Additional Tariff: 25.0% * Post April 2nd, 2025 Additional Tariff: 30.0% * Total Tax: 58.9%
Considerations: This HS code is more appropriate if your garage lights are general-purpose lighting fixtures used in a garage, and are not specifically designed for vehicles. This would include standard LED shop lights, fluorescent fixtures, etc.
Important Reminders & Recommendations:
- Material Composition: The material used in the construction of the lights (e.g., plastic, metal, glass) can sometimes influence the final HS code determination.
- Single Price: Please double-check the declared unit price of your garage lights. Unusually low prices may trigger customs scrutiny.
- Certification: Depending on the intended use and destination country, you may need to provide certifications such as CE, RoHS, or other safety standards compliance reports. Please verify the specific requirements for your target market.
- Detailed Product Description: Provide a very detailed product description to customs officials, including dimensions, wattage, voltage, and intended use.
- Post April 2nd, 2025 Tariff Changes: Be aware of the upcoming tariff changes on April 2nd, 2025. Factor this into your cost calculations.
Disclaimer: This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute professional customs advice. It is recommended to consult with a licensed customs broker or relevant authorities for a definitive HS code classification and to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.