U.S. imports of Parts of Electric Sound or Visual Signaling Apparatus (HS 853190) totaled $52.7M in August 2026, imported from 57 countries.
Importers of Parts of Electric Sound or Visual Signaling Apparatus paid $4.5M in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 8.79% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Parts of Electric Sound or Visual Signaling Apparatus imports of $52.7M in August 2026 ran 15% above the year-to-date monthly average of $45.8M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataImports from Mexico and China dominate this heading, which covers replacement and subassembly components for electric sound and visual signaling devices — everything from printed circuit board assemblies for indicator panels to LCD- and LED-incorporating parts. The US schedule breaks these into five 10-digit lines: general parts (8531900002), PC assemblies for panels under subheading 853120 (8531901500), other PC assemblies (8531903000), parts of LCD/LED indicator panels (8531907500), and a residual catch-all (8531909001). Goods of Chinese origin are subject to Section 301 tariffs, making origin documentation and first-sale valuation particularly important for importers sourcing from multiple countries in this heading.
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3.7K import shipments a month
The key distinction is whether the part is specifically designed for an indicator panel that incorporates LCDs or LEDs as defined under HTS subheading 8531.20. If the component is purpose-built for such a panel, 8531907500 applies; general signaling apparatus parts that do not meet that specificity fall to 8531900002 or the residual line 8531909001. Classification can be fact-intensive, so consulting a licensed customs broker is advisable.
Yes. Components of Chinese origin classified under heading 8531.90 are generally subject to Section 301 tariffs in addition to the standard column 1 duty rate. Importers should verify the applicable Section 301 list and any exclusions that may apply to their specific product before entry.
Subheading 4 of 4 in heading 8531
Subheading 853190 · $52.7M of $336.3M
ImportsExports
Imports
$52.7MYoY · free account
Exports
$46.5MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $545.3M of Parts of Electric Sound or Visual Signaling Apparatus and exported $496.0M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8531909001 | Parts of Elec Sound/Visual Signal Appartus; NESOI | $36.8M | 8.73% | 47.45% | $3.2M |
| 8531903000 | Pc Assemblies of Elec Snd/Vis Signal Apps, NESOI | $8.9M | 8.45% | 69.94% | $752K |
| 8531901500 | Pc Assemblies of Panels of Subheading 853120 | $3.1M | 9.66% | 55.36% | $303K |
| 8531907500 | Parts of Indicator Panels Incor LCD's or LED's | $2.4M | 9.89% | 53.67% | $234K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8531900002 | Parts of Elec Sound/Visual Signal Apparatus, NESOI | $46.5M |
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.
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Imports · August 2026
origin
Mexico and China together supply 54% of it. China pays 36.9% duty; Mexico 0.9%.
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rate provision · imports
44.4% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 8.79% of imports for consumption.