Is HTS 8511 subject to a Section 301 tariff?

Goods imported from China may carry an additional Section 301 tariff (typically +25% or +7.5%) on top of the base duty rate. Use the ShipSeeker calculator with origin set to China to estimate it.

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Electrical Ignition Or Starting Equipment Of A Kind Used For Spark-ignition Or Compression-ignition Internal…

Q: What is the import duty rate for HTS 8511 (Electrical Ignition Or Starting Equipment Of A Kind Used For Spark-ignition Or Compression-ignition Internal Combustion Engines (for Example, Ignition Magnetos, Magneto-dynamos, Ignition Coils, Spark Plugs And Glow Plugs, Starter Motors); Generators (for Example, Dynamos, Alternators) And Cut-outs Of A Kind Used In Conjunction With Such Engines; Parts Thereof:)?

The general (MFN) duty rate for HTS 8511 is varies by subheading. Free-trade-agreement (special) and Column 2 rates may also apply. Estimate the total landed cost by country of origin with the ShipSeeker calculator.

Q: What does HTS 8511 cover?

HTS 8511 covers Electrical Ignition Or Starting Equipment Of A Kind Used For Spark-ignition Or Compression-ignition Internal Combustion Engines (for Example, Ignition Magnetos, Magneto-dynamos, Ignition Coils, Spark Plugs And Glow Plugs, Starter Motors); Generators (for Example, Dynamos, Alternators) And Cut-outs Of A Kind Used In Conjunction With Such Engines; Parts Thereof: in the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule (chapter 85).

U.S. import duty rate & tariff classification for HTS 8511 in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

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Full HTS description

Electrical Ignition Or Starting Equipment Of A Kind Used For Spark-ignition Or Compression-ignition Internal Combustion Engines (for Example, Ignition Magnetos, Magneto-dynamos, Ignition Coils, Spark Plugs And Glow Plugs, Starter Motors); Generators (for Example, Dynamos, Alternators) And Cut-outs Of A Kind Used In Conjunction With Such Engines; Parts Thereof:

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Duty rates for HTS 8511 are set at the subheading level.

Across its 7 subheadings, published general rates are 2.5%. Pick a specific code below for its exact rate.

Subheadings under 8511

HTS code	Description	General rate
8511.10.00.00	Spark Plugs	2.5%
8511.20.00.00	Ignition Magnetos; Magneto-dynamos; Magnetic Flywheels	2.5%
8511.30.00	Distributors; Ignition Coils	2.5%
8511.40.00.00	Starter Motors And Dual Purpose Starter-generators	2.5%
8511.50.00.00	Other Generators	2.5%
8511.80	Other Equipment:	—
8511.90	Parts:	—

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Source: U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Rates are for reference; verify with a licensed customs broker before importing.