Parts for Electrical Lighting, Signaling Equipment, Windshield Wipers, Defrosters & Demisters

A wiper motor is a part of the windshield wiper mechanism and should be classified under the windshield wiper parts lines (8512908000 or 8512909000) rather than the lighting equipment parts lines. The correct line depends on whether the part is specifically described by one of the more specific wiper-related subheadings. When the part serves multiple systems or the classification is ambiguous, a CBP binding ruling provides the most reliable guidance.

Section 301 tariffs apply based on the country of origin — primarily China — rather than the specific subheading. Both bicycle lighting parts (8512904000) and motor vehicle lighting parts (8512905000/8512906000) sourced from China are subject to Section 301 measures. Importers should check the current Section 301 list and any product-specific exclusions, as exclusion status can change and varies by tariff line.