HS Code 8511
Engine Ignition and Starting Equipment
HS code 8511 is for engine ignition and starting equipment including spark plugs, ignition coils, starter motors, and generators for internal combustion engines
HS Code 8511 — Engine Ignition and Starting Equipment
This code includes the electrical components necessary to start or run an internal combustion engine. This covers spark plugs, ignition coils, starter motors, and alternators. It applies to equipment used in cars, motorcycles, and marine engines.
What's included
- Spark plugs
- Ignition magnetos
- Starter motors
- Alternators
- Glow plugs
What's excluded
- Lead-acid batteries → use
8507(Batteries used to power the starter are classified as electric accumulators.)
Common examples
- NGK Iridium Spark Plug
- Bosch 12V Starter Motor
- Denso Alternator for Toyota
- Champion Glow Plug
Frequently asked questions
Are starters for aircraft included here?
Yes, if they are electrical starting equipment for internal combustion engines, they typically fall under this code.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 3%
- Documentation: Automotive parts often require Manufacturer's Certificates of Origin for preferential trade agreements.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: Japan, Germany, China
- Top importers: United States, Mexico, China
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Key takeaway
Essential electrical hardware for engine startup and combustion; core category for automotive electrical supply chains.
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