Windscreen wipers, defrosters and demisters; electrical, of kinds used for cycles or motor vehicles

HS v2017 Code: 851240

About windscreen wipers, defrosters and demisters; electrical, of kinds used for cycles or motor vehicles

hs code 851240 covers a crucial component of modern transportation - windscreen wipers, defrosters, and demisters used in cycles and motor vehicles. These electrical accessories play a vital role in ensuring driver visibility and safety, particularly in inclement weather conditions. As a key part of the broader 851 Parts and accessories for vehiclesindustry, this code represents a significant segment of the global automotive supply chain.

Production process

The production of windscreen wipers, defrosters, and demisters typically involves a combination of precision engineering and automated assembly. Manufacturers utilize advanced materials like high-strength plastics, metals, and specialized rubber compounds to construct the various components. These parts are then assembled using automated processes to ensure consistent quality and efficiency.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for this industry include raw materials such as plastics, metals, and rubber. Specialized machinery for cutting, molding, and assembling the components is also a crucial input. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce capable of operating the production equipment and ensuring quality control.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of this industry are the windscreen wipers, defrosters, and demisters that are then incorporated into 870 Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock and 871 Cycles and other non-motorized cycles. These components are essential for the safe and effective operation of various modes of transportation, making them a vital part of the global supply chain.

Revisions to 851240

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 851240. The most recent 1 version of this code (851240) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 851240 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for windscreen wipers, defrosters and demisters; electrical, of kinds used for cycles or motor vehicles

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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/v2017/851240'>851240: Windscreen wipers, defrosters and demisters; electrical, of kinds used for cycles or motor vehicles</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/v2017/851220'>851220: Lighting or visual signalling equipment; electrical, of a kind used on motor vehicles (excluding articles of heading no. 8539)</a>"]
B --> F["<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 --> 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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