About HS Code 700910
This HS code specifically covers rear-view mirrors for vehicles, an essential safety component for all modes of transportation. These mirrors provide drivers with crucial visibility of their surroundings, aiding in safe maneuvering and preventing accidents. The category includes various types, from standard flat and convex mirrors to advanced electrochromic (auto-dimming) and heated mirrors. Major traders are automotive component manufacturers, vehicle assembly plants, and aftermarket suppliers. Key considerations in international trade include compliance with automotive safety regulations (e.g., FMVSS 111), optical quality, durability, and integration with vehicle electronics. The global automotive industry's complex supply chain heavily relies on the import and export of these specialized mirrors.
Products Under This Code
Car side mirrors, truck rear-view mirrors, motorcycle mirrors, bus interior mirrors, electrochromic auto-dimming mirrors
Real World Examples
Gentex auto-dimming mirrors, Magna International mirrors, Murakami Corporation mirrors, Ichikoh Industries mirrors
Common Misclassification
Should not be confused with other mirrors in 700991 or 700992, as this code is exclusively for vehicle rear-view mirrors due to their specific function and regulatory requirements.
Products Classified Under 7009.10
Industry
This code belongs to the Automotive & Vehicles industry.
Trade Overview
Mexico, China, and Germany are significant exporters, supplying the global automotive industry, with major importers being vehicle manufacturing hubs worldwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 700910?
HS code 700910 covers: Glass; rear-view mirrors for vehicles. This HS code specifically covers rear-view mirrors for vehicles, an essential safety component for all modes of transportation. These mirrors provide drivers with crucial visibility of their surroundings, aiding in safe maneuvering and preventing accidents. The category includes various types, from standard flat and convex mirrors to advanced electrochromic (auto-dimming) and heated mirrors. Major traders are automotive component manufacturers, vehicle assembly plants, and aftermarket suppliers. Key considerations in international trade include compliance with automotive safety regulations (e.g., FMVSS 111), optical quality, durability, and integration with vehicle electronics. The global automotive industry's complex supply chain heavily relies on the import and export of these specialized mirrors.
What products fall under HS code 700910?
Car side mirrors, truck rear-view mirrors, motorcycle mirrors, bus interior mirrors, electrochromic auto-dimming mirrors
What are common misclassifications for HS code 700910?
Should not be confused with other mirrors in 700991 or 700992, as this code is exclusively for vehicle rear-view mirrors due to their specific function and regulatory requirements.
How is HS code 700910 structured?
HS code 700910 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (70) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (09) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.