8708.10.30 - Bumpers

This HTS classification, 8708.10.30, specifically covers automotive bumpers designed for use with motor vehicles falling under headings 8701 through 8705. Bumpers in this category are typically complete units intended to absorb impact and protect the vehicle in low-speed collisions. They encompass a wide range of materials and designs, including those made from steel, plastic, or composite materials, and are recognized by their primary function of providing a protective buffer at the front or rear of a vehicle.

It is important to distinguish this category from its sibling, 8708.10.60, which covers "Parts of bumpers." While 8708.10.30 refers to the complete bumper assembly, 8708.10.60 is for individual components that make up a bumper, such as brackets, mounting hardware, or decorative trim specifically designed to attach to or form part of a bumper.

Under this heading, subcategories exist to further refine classification. For instance, the "Stampings" designation would apply to unfinished or partially processed metal pieces that are intended to be formed into bumpers. The subheading 8708.10.30.50, labeled "Other," serves as a residual category for complete bumper assemblies that do not fit into more specific sub-classifications within the broader "Bumpers" heading. This ensures that all relevant bumper types are appropriately categorized for customs purposes.