| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8512202040 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8512202080 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8539100010 | Doc | 57.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8539520091 | Doc | 32.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9405416000 | Doc | 61.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9405418410 | Doc | 58.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Motorcycle Headlight
A motorcycle headlight is a crucial component providing illumination for the rider and enhancing visibility to other road users. It is legally mandated on all motorcycles for safe operation, particularly during periods of low light or inclement weather.
Material
Headlight housings are commonly constructed from:
- Plastic (Polycarbonate): Lightweight, impact-resistant, and cost-effective. Often used for modern motorcycles.
- Metal (Steel/Aluminum): Durable and provides a robust protective shell, typically found in older or higher-end models.
- Glass/Polycarbonate Lens: Provides clarity and resistance to impacts and UV degradation.
Bulbs utilize various technologies:
- Halogen: Traditional, relatively inexpensive, but less efficient and produces more heat.
- LED (Light Emitting Diode): Highly efficient, long-lasting, and provides bright, focused light. Increasingly common in new motorcycles.
- HID (High-Intensity Discharge): Brighter than halogen, but requires a ballast and can produce glare if not properly aligned.
Purpose
The primary purpose of a motorcycle headlight is:
- Forward Illumination: To provide adequate light for the rider to see the road ahead.
- Visibility: To make the motorcycle visible to other drivers, pedestrians, and obstacles.
- Safety: To reduce the risk of accidents in low-light conditions.
Function
A motorcycle headlight functions by:
- Receiving Electrical Power: Powered by the motorcycle’s electrical system (typically 12V DC).
- Generating Light: The bulb emits light through filament heating (halogen/HID) or semiconductor excitation (LED).
- Focusing the Beam: A reflector and lens work together to focus the light into a usable beam pattern.
- Beam Pattern Control: Designed to project a low beam for general riding and a high beam for increased visibility at higher speeds or on dark roads.
Usage Scenarios
Motorcycle headlights are used in a wide range of scenarios:
- Night Riding: Essential for safe operation in the absence of natural light.
- Low-Light Conditions: Dawn, dusk, tunnels, overcast days, or shaded areas.
- Inclement Weather: Rain, fog, or snow reduce visibility, requiring headlight use.
- Highway Riding: Increased speeds necessitate a brighter and more focused beam.
- Urban Riding: To enhance visibility to other traffic and pedestrians.
Common Types
- Round Headlights: Classic style, often found on cruisers and older motorcycles.
- Rectangular/Square Headlights: Common on sportbikes and modern motorcycles.
- Projector Headlights: Utilize a lens to focus the light into a concentrated beam, providing a more defined pattern.
- Dual Headlights: Two headlights providing increased brightness and redundancy.
- LED Bar Headlights: Increasingly popular aftermarket option offering high intensity and unique styling.
- Auxiliary Headlights: Additional lights mounted alongside the main headlight for enhanced visibility.
Motorcycle headlights are electrical lighting or signaling equipment used for motor vehicles. They fall under the category of parts for cycles or motor vehicles. Here's a breakdown of relevant HS codes based on the provided information:
- 8512202040: This HS code covers 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: Other lighting or visual signaling equipment: Lighting equipment For vehicles of subheading 8701.21, 8701.22, 8701.23, 8701.24 or 8701.29 or heading 8702, 8703, 8704, 8705 or 8711. The tax rate details are: Basic tariff: 0.0%, Additional tariff: 25.0%, Additional tariff after 2025.4.2: 30.0%, Total tariff: 55.0%.
- 8512202080: This HS code also covers 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: Other lighting or visual signaling equipment: Lighting equipment Other. The tax rate details are: Basic tariff: 0.0%, Additional tariff: 25.0%, Additional tariff after 2025.4.2: 30.0%, Total tariff: 55.0%.
- 8539100010: This HS code covers Electrical filament or discharge lamps, including sealed beam lamp units and ultraviolet or infrared lamps; arc lamps; light-emitting diode (LED) light sources; parts thereof: Sealed beam lamp units Under
15.24 cm: For vehicles of subheading 8701.21, 8701.22, 8701.23, 8701.24 or 8701.29 or heading 8702, 8703, 8704, 8705 or 8711. The tax rate details are: Basic tariff: 2.0%, Additional tariff: 25.0%, Additional tariff after 2025.4.2: 30.0%, Total tariff: 57.0%.
Note: The applicable tariff will depend on the specific characteristics of the motorcycle headlight (e.g., type of lamp, whether it's a sealed beam unit, and its dimensions).
Important Consideration: For HS codes 8512202040 and 8512202080, the description specifies "lighting equipment for vehicles of subheading 8701.21, 8701.22, 8701.23, 8701.24 or 8701.29 or heading 8702, 8703, 8704, 8705 or 8711". Ensure the motorcycle falls within these classifications for accurate tariff application.