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| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8511100000 | Doc | 57.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Okay, let's break down the classification and tax implications for your declared item: SPARK PLUGS based on the provided HS Code and tax details.
1. HS Code Breakdown: 8511.10.00.00
- 85: This chapter covers "Electrical machinery and equipment; parts thereof; sound recording or reproducing apparatus, television-image or sound-recording apparatus, and parts and accessories of such articles." Essentially, it deals with electrical components.
- 11: Within Chapter 85, this heading specifically covers "Electrical ignition or starting equipment of a kind used for spark-ignition or compression-ignition internal combustion engines." This narrows it down to items used to start or ignite engines.
- 10: This subheading further specifies "Spark plugs."
- 00.00: This indicates a specific item within the spark plugs category, often used for statistical purposes and may not have further subdivisions.
Therefore, 8511.10.00.00 definitively classifies your SPARK PLUGS as electrical ignition equipment specifically designed for internal combustion engines.
2. Tax Implications
Based on the provided information:
- Basic Tariff: 2.5%
- Additional Tariff: 25.0% (currently)
- Additional Tariff (Post April 2, 2025): 30.0%
- Total Tax: 57.5% (currently)
Important Considerations & Recommendations:
- Material Composition: The material used in the spark plug (e.g., ceramic, nickel alloy, platinum) could influence the tax rate in some cases, although it's less common for standard spark plugs. Please double-check if any specific material composition affects the tariff.
- Unit Price: The declared value (unit price) of the spark plugs is crucial. Customs will verify this value to ensure it's accurate and not undervalued to avoid higher taxes.
- Certification/Compliance: Depending on the destination country's regulations, spark plugs may require specific certifications (e.g., safety standards, quality control). Please verify the import requirements of the destination country to determine if any certifications are needed.
- Trade Agreements: Check if any trade agreements exist between China and the destination country. These agreements could potentially reduce or eliminate tariffs.
- Post April 2, 2025 Tariff Increase: Be aware of the upcoming tariff increase on April 2, 2025. If your shipment will arrive after this date, the total tax rate will be 57.5%.
- Accurate Description: Ensure the description on your customs declaration accurately reflects the spark plugs' specifications (e.g., engine type compatibility, thread size).
To ensure a smooth clearance process, I recommend:
- Double-check the material composition and unit price of the spark plugs.
- Confirm the import regulations and certification requirements of the destination country.
- Keep accurate records of all documentation (invoice, packing list, bill of lading).
Do you have any further questions about specific import regulations, certification requirements, or trade agreements? Providing the destination country would allow me to give you more tailored advice.