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Car Mounted Bluetooth FM Transmitter

A car mounted Bluetooth FM transmitter is a device that allows audio to be played wirelessly through a car's FM radio via Bluetooth connectivity. It typically plugs into a car's cigarette lighter socket (12V power outlet) and broadcasts audio signals over a selectable FM frequency.

Material:

• Housing: Predominantly constructed from ABS plastic for durability and cost-effectiveness. Some models incorporate aluminum alloy for heat dissipation and a more premium feel.
• Circuitry: Contains a Bluetooth module, FM transmitter chip, voltage regulator, and potentially a noise cancellation circuit.
• Connector: Features a metallic connector (often gold-plated) for a stable connection to the 12V power outlet.
• Cable: May include cables with metallic connectors for auxiliary input (AUX) or USB connectivity.

Purpose:

The primary purpose is to enable wireless audio streaming from smartphones, tablets, or other Bluetooth-enabled devices to a car's audio system, particularly in vehicles lacking native Bluetooth connectivity or auxiliary input ports.

Function:

1. Bluetooth Pairing: Connects to the user's device via Bluetooth, establishing a wireless audio link.
2. FM Frequency Selection: The user selects an unused FM radio frequency on the car's radio.
3. Audio Transmission: The transmitter broadcasts the audio signal over the chosen FM frequency.
4. Audio Playback: The car's radio is tuned to the same frequency, receiving and playing the audio.
5. Hands-Free Calling (in some models): Integrated microphones enable hands-free calling functionality, utilizing the car's speakers for audio.
6. Charging (in some models): Many transmitters include USB ports for charging mobile devices.

Usage Scenarios:

• Older Vehicles: Providing Bluetooth audio streaming in cars without built-in Bluetooth.
• Rental Cars: Enabling wireless audio playback in rental vehicles without native Bluetooth.
• Cars with Limited Connectivity: Supplementing existing audio systems lacking auxiliary input or USB ports.
• Hands-Free Communication: Facilitating safer driving by enabling hands-free phone calls.
• Audio Navigation: Streaming audio navigation apps from a smartphone to the car's speakers.

Common Types:

• Basic Transmitters: Simple devices offering Bluetooth streaming and FM transmission.
• Transmitters with Hands-Free Calling: Include a microphone for phone calls, often with noise cancellation.
• Transmitters with USB Charging: Feature one or more USB ports for charging mobile devices.
• Transmitters with Display: Incorporate a small LCD screen to display frequency, track information, and other settings.
• Transmitters with Voice Assistant Integration: Support voice commands via Siri or Google Assistant.
• Transmitters with MP3 Player: Include a built-in MP3 player, allowing playback from USB flash drives or microSD cards.
• Transmitters with Car Battery Voltage Display: Show the car battery voltage on the display, providing a quick health check.

Car Mounted Bluetooth FM Transmitter Classification

Based on the provided information, the following HS codes are relevant to a car mounted Bluetooth FM transmitter:

• 8517.14.00.20: Telephone sets, including smartphones and other telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks; other apparatus for the transmission or reception of voice, images or other data, including apparatus for communication in a wired or wireless network (such as a local or wide area network), other than transmission or reception apparatus of heading 8443, 8525, 8527 or 8528; parts thereof: Telephone sets, including smartphones and other telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks : Other telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks Radio telephones designed for installation in motor vehicles for the Public Cellular Radiotelecommunication Service.

  • Chapter 85: Electrical machinery and equipment; parts thereof. This chapter broadly covers electrical devices.
  • Heading 8517: Telephone sets, etc. This heading specifically covers telephones and related communication apparatus.
  • Subheading 8517.14.00.20: This specifically covers radio telephones designed for installation in motor vehicles for the Public Cellular Radiotelecommunication Service. Given the device is for use in a vehicle and transmits voice data via cellular networks, this is a relevant classification.

• 8517.62.00.90: Telephone sets, including smartphones and other telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks; other apparatus for the transmission or reception of voice, images or other data, including apparatus for communication in a wired or wireless network (such as a local or wide area network), other than transmission or reception apparatus of heading 8443, 8525, 8527 or 8528; parts thereof: Other apparatus for transmission or reception of voice, images or other data, including apparatus for communication in a wired or wireless network (such as a local or wide area network): Machines for the reception, conversion and transmission or regeneration of voice, images or other data, including switching and routing apparatus Other.

  • Chapter 85: Electrical machinery and equipment; parts thereof.
  • Heading 8517: Telephone sets, etc.
  • Subheading 8517.62.00.90: This covers other apparatus for transmission or reception of voice, images or other data, including machines for the reception, conversion and transmission or regeneration of voice, images or other data. As the device transmits voice data, this is a potential classification.

Tax Information:

Both HS codes 8517.14.00.20 and 8517.62.00.90 currently have a total tax rate of 30.0%, with a base tariff of 0.0% and a 30.0% additional tariff applicable after April 2, 2025.