This order removes a tax break for importing specific electrical parts used in heavy trucks.
What it does
- Revokes (cancels) Tariff Concession Order 0715787, which previously allowed duty-free importation of certain truck wiring components
- Affects: Wiring harnesses and ignition wiring sets for on-road trucks with a gross vehicle weight of 7.5 tonnes or more
- Customs classification: 8544.30.00 (electrical wiring)
Who it affects
- Businesses importing these specific parts for heavy trucks (manufacturers, repairers, and parts suppliers)
What it means practically
- Importers must now pay standard customs duties (tariffs) on these goods instead of bringing them in duty-free
- This increases costs for wiring components used in heavy commercial vehicles
Timing note: Despite the "2009" reference in the title, the document is dated 14 March 2008 and took effect on 15 January 2008.