Alloy Steel Bicycle Frame Tube Set
A pre-cut, mitered tube set made from 4130 chromoly alloy steel, intended for custom bicycle frame fabrication. Each individual tube is classified under tariff item 7306.90.00 as an 'other' alloy steel hollow profile, as they are not welded or seamless tubes of a specific type listed elsewhere.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +50.0% | 50% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the tubes are seamless and of circular cross-section
Seamless tubes of alloy steel, other than stainless, are classified under heading 7304.
If the tubes are presented as a complete bicycle frame
Frames and forks of bicycles are classified under heading 8714.
If the tubes are welded and of circular cross-section
Welded tubes of circular cross-section, of iron or non-alloy steel, are classified under this subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare the tubes as individual components, not as a set, to avoid classification as a bicycle frame under Chapter 87
• Ensure the tubes are not welded or seamless in a way that would place them under heading 7304 or 7305
• Provide detailed specifications showing the alloy steel composition and dimensions for customs clearance
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