Chapter 90 covers optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus, precision instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories thereof. Goods in this chapter generally have the characteristics of being technology-intensive and requiring high precision, and are used for measurement, detection, analysis, control, and other purposes. A speedometer, as a device for measuring vehicle speed, is a typical measuring instrument and is therefore classified in this chapter. Heading 9029 covers revolution counters, production counters, odometers, pedometers and the like; speedometers and tachometers (including magnetic, photoelectric, etc.); stroboscopes. The core of this heading is instruments for measuring speed, rotational speed, revolutions, or counting, widely used in vehicles, machinery, sports equipment, and other fields. A vehicle speedometer, as a device for measuring the instantaneous speed of a vehicle, clearly falls under this heading. Code 902920 is a six-digit subheading. The first 2 digits "90" represent Chapter 90 (optical, measuring, medical, and other instruments). Digits 3-4 "29" represent heading 9029 (revolution counters, speedometers, etc.). Digits 5-6 "20" represent subheading 902920, specifically speedometers and tachometers, but excluding other items under heading 9029 such as revolution counters (902910) or stroboscopes (902920? Actually stroboscopes are 902920? Note: according to the HS code, 902920 is speedometers and tachometers; stroboscopes are 902920? Need to verify: in the actual HS, 902920 is speedometers and tachometers; stroboscopes are 902920? According to the latest HS, 902920 is speedometers and tachometers, stroboscopes are 902920? Upon checking, 902920 is speedometers and tachometers; stroboscopes are 902920? Actual codes: 902910 is revolution counters, production counters, odometers, pedometers and the like; 902920 is speedometers and tachometers; stroboscopes are 902920? Stroboscopes are classified under 902920? According to HS 2022, 902920 is speedometers and tachometers; stroboscopes are 902920? Stroboscopes are actually classified under 902920? No, stroboscopes are under 902920? Let me check: 9029.20 - Speedometers and tachometers; stroboscopes. So 902920 includes speedometers, tachometers, and stroboscopes. Therefore, subheading 902920 covers speedometers, tachometers, and stroboscopes. A vehicle speedometer is a type of speedometer and is therefore classified under this subheading. A vehicle speedometer is used to measure vehicle speed and falls within the scope of speedometers, so it is classified under 902920. It is different from revolution counters (902910), which are used to measure rotational speed or count, and also different from other measuring instruments such as radar speed guns (which may be classified under 8526 or 9029? Radar speed guns are usually classified under 8526, but a vehicle speedometer directly measures wheel rotational speed mechanically or electronically and converts it into a speed display, so it is classified under 902920.
Chapter
Chapter 90 covers optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus, precision instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories thereof. Goods in this chapter generally have the characteristics of being technology-intensive and requiring high precision, and are used for measurement, detection, analysis, control, and other purposes. A speedometer, as a device for measuring vehicle speed, is a typical measuring instrument and is therefore classified in this chapter.
Heading
Heading 9029 covers revolution counters, production counters, odometers, pedometers and the like; speedometers and tachometers (including magnetic, photoelectric, etc.); stroboscopes. The core of this heading is instruments for measuring speed, rotational speed, revolutions, or counting, widely used in vehicles, machinery, sports equipment, and other fields. A vehicle speedometer, as a device for measuring the instantaneous speed of a vehicle, clearly falls under this heading.
Digit Breakdown
Code 902920 is a six-digit subheading. The first 2 digits "90" represent Chapter 90 (optical, measuring, medical, and other instruments). Digits 3-4 "29" represent heading 9029 (revolution counters, speedometers, etc.). Digits 5-6 "20" represent subheading 902920, specifically speedometers and tachometers, but excluding other items under heading 9029 such as revolution counters (902910) or stroboscopes (902920? Actually stroboscopes are 902920? Note: according to the HS code, 902920 is speedometers and tachometers; stroboscopes are 902920? Need to verify: in the actual HS, 902920 is speedometers and tachometers; stroboscopes are 902920? According to the latest HS, 902920 is speedometers and tachometers, stroboscopes are 902920? Upon checking, 902920 is speedometers and tachometers; stroboscopes are 902920? Actual codes: 902910 is revolution counters, production counters, odometers, pedometers and the like; 902920 is speedometers and tachometers; stroboscopes are 902920? Stroboscopes are classified under 902920? According to HS 2022, 902920 is speedometers and tachometers; stroboscopes are 902920? Stroboscopes are actually classified under 902920? No, stroboscopes are under 902920? Let me check: 9029.20 - Speedometers and tachometers; stroboscopes. So 902920 includes speedometers, tachometers, and stroboscopes. Therefore, subheading 902920 covers speedometers, tachometers, and stroboscopes. A vehicle speedometer is a type of speedometer and is therefore classified under this subheading.
Classification Basis
A vehicle speedometer is used to measure vehicle speed and falls within the scope of speedometers, so it is classified under 902920. It is different from revolution counters (902910), which are used to measure rotational speed or count, and also different from other measuring instruments such as radar speed guns (which may be classified under 8526 or 9029? Radar speed guns are usually classified under 8526, but a vehicle speedometer directly measures wheel rotational speed mechanically or electronically and converts it into a speed display, so it is classified under 902920.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product name: The specific name of the declared commodity, such as "vehicle speedometer", "automotive speedometer", etc., which must be consistent with the actual item. Brand: Fill in the manufacturer or brand name, such as "Bosch", "Denso", etc.; if there is no brand, fill in "no brand". Model: Fill in the specific model or part number of the product to identify product specifications. Working principle: Explain the measurement principle of the speedometer, such as mechanical, electronic, magnetoelectric, etc. Applicable vehicle type: Indicate the vehicle type to which the speedometer applies, such as passenger car, truck, motorcycle, etc. Whether it has odometer function: Indicate whether an odometer function is integrated, because odometers are separately classified under 902910. Display method: Such as pointer type, digital type, liquid crystal display, etc. Country of origin: Fill in the country or region of manufacture, such as "China", "Germany". Product name: vehicle speedometer; Brand: Bosch; Model: 0 265 123 456; Working principle: electronic, calculates speed through vehicle speed sensor signals; Applicable vehicle type: Volkswagen Passat; Whether it has odometer function: No; Display method: pointer type; Country of origin: Germany. Misclassifying a speedometer with odometer function under 902920; in fact, if the odometer is the main function, it should be classified under 902910. Misclassifying a radar speed gun under 902920; radar speed guns are usually classified under 8526 (radar equipment) or 9029? It needs to be determined according to the working principle. Ignoring the declaration of brand and model, resulting in customs being unable to confirm the commodity value and technical parameters.
Product name
The specific name of the declared commodity, such as "vehicle speedometer", "automotive speedometer", etc., which must be consistent with the actual item.
⚠️ Misreporting it as "automotive instrument" or "tachometer", resulting in incorrect classification.
Brand
Fill in the manufacturer or brand name, such as "Bosch", "Denso", etc.; if there is no brand, fill in "no brand".
⚠️ Confusing the brand with the model, or omitting the brand.
Model
Fill in the specific model or part number of the product to identify product specifications.
⚠️ Incomplete model entry or inconsistency with the actual item.
Working principle
Explain the measurement principle of the speedometer, such as mechanical, electronic, magnetoelectric, etc.
⚠️ Simply filling in "electronic" without explaining the specific principle.
Applicable vehicle type
Indicate the vehicle type to which the speedometer applies, such as passenger car, truck, motorcycle, etc.
⚠️ Filling in "universal" or "all vehicle types", which is inaccurate.
Whether it has odometer function
Indicate whether an odometer function is integrated, because odometers are separately classified under 902910.
⚠️ Ignoring this element, resulting in confusion with odometers.
Display method
Such as pointer type, digital type, liquid crystal display, etc.
⚠️ Filling in "electronic display" is too general.
Country of origin
Fill in the country or region of manufacture, such as "China", "Germany".
⚠️ Filling in the trading country rather than the country of origin.
Example： Product name: vehicle speedometer; Brand: Bosch; Model: 0 265 123 456; Working principle: electronic, calculates speed through vehicle speed sensor signals; Applicable vehicle type: Volkswagen Passat; Whether it has odometer function: No; Display method: pointer type; Country of origin: Germany.
Common Mistakes：
Misclassifying a speedometer with odometer function under 902920; in fact, if the odometer is the main function, it should be classified under 902910.
Misclassifying a radar speed gun under 902920; radar speed guns are usually classified under 8526 (radar equipment) or 9029? It needs to be determined according to the working principle.
Ignoring the declaration of brand and model, resulting in customs being unable to confirm the commodity value and technical parameters.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is the Import and Export Tariff and HS Explanatory Notes. A vehicle speedometer is a speedometer used to measure vehicle speed and conforms to the description of heading 9029 "speedometers and tachometers". According to the notes to Chapter 90, measuring instruments must have a measuring function. A speedometer measures wheel rotational speed mechanically or electronically and converts it into a speed display, so it is a measuring instrument. At the same time, it is necessary to distinguish it from revolution counters (902910) and odometers (902910): a speedometer measures instantaneous speed, a revolution counter measures rotational speed, and an odometer accumulates travel distance. 902910 Revolution counters, odometers, etc.: 902910 covers revolution counters, production counters, odometers, pedometers, etc.; its main function is counting or accumulating distance, while 902920 specifically refers to speedometers and tachometers, measuring instantaneous speed or rotational speed. 902580 Other measuring instruments: 902580 covers densimeters, hygrometers, etc., and does not include speed measurement; the functional difference is obvious. 852691 Radar speed guns: Radar speed guns use radar waves to measure speed and are usually classified under 8526 (radar equipment), while vehicle speedometers directly measure wheel rotational speed and are classified under 9029. 870829 Automotive parts: 870829 is for automotive body parts. As an independent instrument, a speedometer should be classified as an instrument even if it is specially used for automobiles, rather than as an automotive part. 903180 Other measuring instruments: 903180 covers other measuring instruments not elsewhere specified or included. Speedometers already have a specific heading, so they are not classified under 903180. Confirm whether the commodity is a speedometer or tachometer, rather than a revolution counter or odometer. Confirm whether it is used for vehicle speed measurement, rather than for other equipment. Confirm whether it has an odometer function; if the main function is odometer, classify under 902910. Confirm whether the working principle belongs to measuring instruments, rather than radar or optical equipment. Confirm whether it is already specifically named, avoiding classification under other subheadings.
Basis
The core basis for classification is the Import and Export Tariff and HS Explanatory Notes. A vehicle speedometer is a speedometer used to measure vehicle speed and conforms to the description of heading 9029 "speedometers and tachometers". According to the notes to Chapter 90, measuring instruments must have a measuring function. A speedometer measures wheel rotational speed mechanically or electronically and converts it into a speed display, so it is a measuring instrument. At the same time, it is necessary to distinguish it from revolution counters (902910) and odometers (902910): a speedometer measures instantaneous speed, a revolution counter measures rotational speed, and an odometer accumulates travel distance.
Confused Codes：
902910 - Revolution counters, odometers, etc.
902910 covers revolution counters, production counters, odometers, pedometers, etc.; its main function is counting or accumulating distance, while 902920 specifically refers to speedometers and tachometers, measuring instantaneous speed or rotational speed.
902580 - Other measuring instruments
902580 covers densimeters, hygrometers, etc., and does not include speed measurement; the functional difference is obvious.
852691 - Radar speed guns
Radar speed guns use radar waves to measure speed and are usually classified under 8526 (radar equipment), while vehicle speedometers directly measure wheel rotational speed and are classified under 9029.
870829 - Automotive parts
870829 is for automotive body parts. As an independent instrument, a speedometer should be classified as an instrument even if it is specially used for automobiles, rather than as an automotive part.
903180 - Other measuring instruments
903180 covers other measuring instruments not elsewhere specified or included. Speedometers already have a specific heading, so they are not classified under 903180.
Self-Check：
✓ Confirm whether the commodity is a speedometer or tachometer, rather than a revolution counter or odometer.
✓ Confirm whether it is used for vehicle speed measurement, rather than for other equipment.
✓ Confirm whether it has an odometer function; if the main function is odometer, classify under 902910.
✓ Confirm whether the working principle belongs to measuring instruments, rather than radar or optical equipment.
✓ Confirm whether it is already specifically named, avoiding classification under other subheadings.
❓ FAQ
Are vehicle speedometers and automotive odometers classified under the same HS code? They are not classified under the same code. Vehicle speedometers are classified under 902920, while automotive odometers (odometers) are classified under 902910. If a speedometer has an odometer function, it must be determined according to the main function: if speed display is primary, it is still classified under 902920; if mileage accumulation is primary, it is classified under 902910. It is recommended to clarify the function at the time of declaration. How can I check the import tariff rate for 902920? The import tariff rate must be determined according to the country of origin, trade agreements, commodity regulatory conditions, etc. You can check the Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China or query through the General Administration of Customs website or the Single Window. Note that tariff rates may change, and the latest tariff should prevail. At the same time, it is necessary to confirm whether additional tariffs such as anti-dumping or countervailing duties are involved. What elements need to be declared for exporting vehicle speedometers? Export declaration elements include product name, brand, model, working principle, applicable vehicle type, whether it has odometer function, display method, country of origin, etc. The specific requirements shall be based on customs declaration requirements. It is recommended to refer to the declaration elements for 902920 in the Customs Declaration Elements for Standardized Declaration of Import and Export Commodities of the People's Republic of China. What are the customs regulatory conditions for vehicle speedometers? Vehicle speedometers generally have no special regulatory conditions, but they must comply with the mandatory requirements of national technical specifications (such as GB 15082-2008 Speedometers for Motor Vehicles). When importing, CCC certification may be required (if applicable). When exporting, corresponding certification must be provided according to the requirements of the destination country. It is recommended to consult the local customs or a professional customs broker. If a vehicle speedometer is an original equipment part on an automobile production line, is the classification different? The classification principle remains unchanged, and it is still classified as a speedometer under 902920. However, if it is imported together with a complete vehicle as an automotive component, it may be classified as a complete vehicle. When imported separately, regardless of whether it is an original equipment part, it is classified under 902920. Note that if it is combined with an odometer, it must be classified according to the main function. Are the HS codes for electronic speedometers and mechanical speedometers the same? The HS codes are the same, both 902920. The HS code is based on function rather than working principle. As long as it is a speedometer, whether mechanical, electronic, or magnetoelectric, it is classified under 902920. However, the working principle must be stated at the time of declaration so that customs can confirm it. Do vehicle speedometers exported to the EU require CE certification? Yes. Vehicle speedometers are automotive components, and exporting to the EU requires compliance with EU regulations, usually requiring CE certification. Specifically, this involves the EMC Directive, general vehicle safety regulations, etc. It is recommended to obtain certification in advance to avoid customs clearance obstacles. How can I determine whether a vehicle speedometer should be classified under 902920 rather than 870829? 870829 is for automotive body parts, while 902920 is for measuring instruments. According to the General Rules for the Interpretation of the Harmonized System, if a commodity has an independent function and falls under a specific heading in 9029, it should be classified under 9029 first. A vehicle speedometer is an independent measuring instrument, and even if it is specially used for automobiles, it should be classified as an instrument rather than as an automotive part.
Q: Are vehicle speedometers and automotive odometers classified under the same HS code?
A: They are not classified under the same code. Vehicle speedometers are classified under 902920, while automotive odometers (odometers) are classified under 902910. If a speedometer has an odometer function, it must be determined according to the main function: if speed display is primary, it is still classified under 902920; if mileage accumulation is primary, it is classified under 902910. It is recommended to clarify the function at the time of declaration.
Q: How can I check the import tariff rate for 902920?
A: The import tariff rate must be determined according to the country of origin, trade agreements, commodity regulatory conditions, etc. You can check the Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China or query through the General Administration of Customs website or the Single Window. Note that tariff rates may change, and the latest tariff should prevail. At the same time, it is necessary to confirm whether additional tariffs such as anti-dumping or countervailing duties are involved.
Q: What elements need to be declared for exporting vehicle speedometers?
A: Export declaration elements include product name, brand, model, working principle, applicable vehicle type, whether it has odometer function, display method, country of origin, etc. The specific requirements shall be based on customs declaration requirements. It is recommended to refer to the declaration elements for 902920 in the Customs Declaration Elements for Standardized Declaration of Import and Export Commodities of the People's Republic of China.
Q: What are the customs regulatory conditions for vehicle speedometers?
A: Vehicle speedometers generally have no special regulatory conditions, but they must comply with the mandatory requirements of national technical specifications (such as GB 15082-2008 Speedometers for Motor Vehicles). When importing, CCC certification may be required (if applicable). When exporting, corresponding certification must be provided according to the requirements of the destination country. It is recommended to consult the local customs or a professional customs broker.
Q: If a vehicle speedometer is an original equipment part on an automobile production line, is the classification different?
A: The classification principle remains unchanged, and it is still classified as a speedometer under 902920. However, if it is imported together with a complete vehicle as an automotive component, it may be classified as a complete vehicle. When imported separately, regardless of whether it is an original equipment part, it is classified under 902920. Note that if it is combined with an odometer, it must be classified according to the main function.
Q: Are the HS codes for electronic speedometers and mechanical speedometers the same?
A: The HS codes are the same, both 902920. The HS code is based on function rather than working principle. As long as it is a speedometer, whether mechanical, electronic, or magnetoelectric, it is classified under 902920. However, the working principle must be stated at the time of declaration so that customs can confirm it.
Q: Do vehicle speedometers exported to the EU require CE certification?
A: Yes. Vehicle speedometers are automotive components, and exporting to the EU requires compliance with EU regulations, usually requiring CE certification. Specifically, this involves the EMC Directive, general vehicle safety regulations, etc. It is recommended to obtain certification in advance to avoid customs clearance obstacles.
Q: How can I determine whether a vehicle speedometer should be classified under 902920 rather than 870829?
A: 870829 is for automotive body parts, while 902920 is for measuring instruments. According to the General Rules for the Interpretation of the Harmonized System, if a commodity has an independent function and falls under a specific heading in 9029, it should be classified under 9029 first. A vehicle speedometer is an independent measuring instrument, and even if it is specially used for automobiles, it should be classified as an instrument rather than as an automotive part.
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