| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8512404000 | Doc | 57.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Okay, let's break down the classification and tax implications for your declared item: Windshield Wipers under HS Code 8512.40.40.00.
Here's a structured explanation:
1. HS Code Breakdown (8512.40.40.00):
- 85: Electrical machinery and equipment; parts thereof. This chapter broadly covers electrical components and devices.
- 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 narrows it down to specific automotive electrical equipment.
- 8512.40: Windshield wipers, defrosters and demisters: This further specifies the item as windshield wipers, defrosters, or demisters.
- 8512.40.40.00: Specifically, this code identifies Windshield Wipers. The final two digits ('.00') often denote a more precise sub-categorization within the broader group.
2. Item Description & Classification Confirmation:
Your declared item, "Windshield Wipers," accurately falls under HS Code 8512.40.40.00. This code is specifically for windshield wipers designed for cycles or motor vehicles.
3. Tax Details:
- Basic Tariff: 2.5%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0% (currently)
- Additional Tariff (Post April 2, 2025): 30.0%
- Total Tax: 57.5% (calculated as the sum of basic and additional tariffs)
4. Important Considerations & Recommendations:
- Material Composition: The material used in the windshield wipers could affect the tax rate. While 8512.40.40.00 is the primary code, confirm if any specific materials trigger different tariff rates.
- Vehicle Type: While the code covers wipers for cycles and motor vehicles, be prepared to specify the intended vehicle type.
- Single Unit Price: The declared value (single unit price) is crucial. Customs will assess the value to ensure it's accurate and not undervalued.
- Certification/Compliance: Depending on the destination country's regulations, you might need to provide compliance certificates (e.g., safety standards, RoHS compliance). Please check the import requirements of the destination country.
- Trade Agreements: Determine if any trade agreements exist between China and the destination country. These agreements could potentially reduce or eliminate tariffs.
- Post April 2, 2025 Tariff Changes: Be aware of the upcoming tariff increase on April 2, 2025. Plan your shipments accordingly.
To ensure a smooth clearance process, I recommend:
- Double-check the material composition of the windshield wipers.
- Accurately declare the single unit price.
- Investigate any required certifications for the destination country.
- Confirm the latest import regulations and trade agreements.
Do you have any further questions about this classification, or would you like me to help you explore potential trade agreement benefits? Also, please let me know the destination country so I can provide more tailored advice.
Customer Reviews
The page gave a good overview of the HS Code 8512.40.40.00 and the tariff details. It would be helpful to see more guidance on how to check if trade agreements could lower the tax rate.
The HS Code explanation for windshield wipers was spot-on. The breakdown of the 57.5% tax into basic and additional tariffs made it easy to understand the total cost.
The information on the 57.5% tariff rate was clear, but I would have liked more details on how to find the exact material composition of the product for potential tax adjustments.
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