Lighting or visual signalling equipment; electrical, of a kind used on motor vehicles (excluding articles of heading no. 8539)

HS v2017 Code: 851220

About lighting or visual signalling equipment; electrical, of a kind used on motor vehicles (excluding articles of heading no. 8539)

hs code 851220 covers a wide range of electrical lighting and visual signaling equipment used on motor vehicles. This industry plays a crucial role in the automotive sector, ensuring the safety and visibility of vehicles on the road. The products under this code are essential components that contribute to the overall functionality and performance of modern automobiles, making it an important part of the broader transportation and logistics industries.

Production process

The production of lighting and visual signaling equipment for motor vehicles typically involves a combination of precision engineering, advanced manufacturing techniques, and strict quality control measures. Key steps in the production process include the fabrication of housing and lens components, the installation of electrical circuits and light sources, and the final assembly and testing of the finished products to ensure compliance with safety and performance standards.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of hs code 851220 items include a variety of raw materials such as plastics, metals, and electronic components. Specialized machinery and equipment, such as injection molding machines, circuit board assembly lines, and testing equipment, are also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce with expertise in electrical engineering, mechanical design, and quality assurance.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of hs code 851220 are various types of lighting and visual signaling equipment for motor vehicles, including headlights, taillights, turn signals, brake lights, and emergency lighting systems. These products are then consumed by 870000 Motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers manufacturers, who incorporate them into the final assembly of their vehicles. The outputs of this industry also support the 871200 Parts and accessories for vehicles of heading 8711 to 8713 industry, as replacement and aftermarket lighting components are often required for vehicle maintenance and repair.

Revisions to 851220

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 851220. The most recent 1 version of this code (851220) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 851220 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for lighting or visual signalling equipment; electrical, of a kind used on motor vehicles (excluding articles of heading no. 8539)

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/85'>85: Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8512'>8512: Lighting or visual signalling equipment (excluding articles of heading no. 8539), windscreen wipers, defrosters and demisters; electrical, of a kind used for cycles or motor vehicles</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/851220'>851220: Lighting or visual signalling equipment; electrical, of a kind used on motor vehicles (excluding articles of heading no. 8539)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/851210'>851210: Lighting or visual signalling equipment; electrical, of a kind used on bicycles, excluding articles of heading no. 8539</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/851230'>851230: Sound signalling equipment; electrical, used on cycles or motor vehicles (excluding articles of heading no. 8539)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/851240'>851240: Windscreen wipers, defrosters and demisters; electrical, of kinds used for cycles or motor vehicles</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/851290'>851290: Lighting or signalling equipment; electrical, (excluding articles of heading no. 8539), windscreen wipers, defrosters and demisters; parts, of those kinds used for cycles or motor vehicles</a>"]

    

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