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U.S. imports of electrical lighting & visual signaling equipment for bicycles (HS 851210) totaled $1.7M in July 2026, traded with 23 countries.
Importers of Electrical Lighting & Visual Signaling Equipment for Bicycles paid $259K in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 15% on $1.7M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: July 2026 dataBicycle-specific electrical lighting and visual signaling devices — including headlamps, taillights, and reflective signal units — are classified separately from motor vehicle lighting under heading 8512. Imports from China dominate this heading, with Taiwan and Vietnam as secondary sources, making the supply chain heavily concentrated in Asia. Goods from China are subject to Section 301 tariffs, a key cost consideration for importers sourcing bicycle safety lighting. The US tariff schedule distinguishes between lighting equipment (8512102000) and visual signaling equipment (8512104000), so correct classification between these two lines is essential for accurate duty assessment.
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156 shipments/mo
Lighting equipment (8512102000) generally refers to active illumination devices such as headlamps and taillights that emit light to help the rider see or be seen. Visual signaling equipment (8512104000) covers devices whose primary function is to signal — such as turn indicators or reflective signal lamps. The distinction turns on primary function; when in doubt, consult a licensed customs broker or CBP binding ruling.
Yes. Bicycle electrical lighting and signaling equipment sourced from China is subject to Section 301 tariffs in addition to the standard MFN duty rate. Importers should verify the applicable Section 301 list and any exclusions that may apply to their specific product before entry.
HSChapter 85
ImportsExports
Imports
$1.7MYoY · Pro
Exports
$567KYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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Subheading 5 of 5 in heading 8512
Subheading 851210 · $1.7M of $499.3M
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8512102000 | Bicycle Lighting Equipment | $830K | 14.83% | 99.07% | $123K |
| 8512104000 | Bicycle Visual Signalling Equipment | $351K | 17.34% | 101.66% | $61K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8512100000 | Lighting or Visual Signaling Equipment for Bicycle | $565K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Imports · July 2026
origin
China and Taiwan together supply 88% of it.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
2.1% enters free of duty; the effective duty rate is 14.93%.