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

HS v2022 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 signalling 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 equipment manufacturing industry.

Production process

The production of lighting and visual signalling equipment for motor vehicles typically involves a combination of precision engineering, advanced manufacturing techniques, and strict quality control measures. Manufacturers often utilize injection molding, die-casting, and precision machining to create the various components, such as housings, lenses, and reflectors. These components are then assembled, wired, and tested to ensure they meet safety and performance standards before being integrated into the final vehicle.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 851220 items include a variety of raw materials, such as 3926 Plastics, 7604 Aluminium, and 8507 Electric accumulators. Specialized machinery, such as injection molding machines, CNC machining centers, and automated assembly lines, are also essential for the efficient and high-quality manufacturing of these products. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce with expertise in electrical engineering, optics, and automotive design.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 851220 are various types of lighting and visual signalling equipment used on motor vehicles, such as headlights, taillights, turn signals, and brake lights. These products are then consumed by 8703 Motor cars and other motor vehicles, 8704 Goods vehicles, and 8711 Motorcycles, as they are essential components for the proper functioning and safety of these vehicles. The industry's outputs also contribute to the broader 8512 Electrical lighting and signalling equipment, which has applications in various sectors beyond the automotive industry.

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 version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 851220.

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/v2022/85'>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/v2022/8512'>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/v2022/851220'>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/v2022/851210'>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/v2022/851230'>851230: Sound signalling equipment; electrical, used on cycles or motor vehicles (excluding articles of heading no. 8539)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/851240'>851240: Windscreen wipers, defrosters and demisters; electrical, of kinds used for cycles or motor vehicles</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/851290'>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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