Wheelchair Tilt Mechanism
A gas cylinder actuator for seat tilt adjustment in rehab wheelchairs, aiding posture control. This complex part is designed for carriages for disabled persons of heading 8713, and is classified under tariff item 8714.20.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪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 gas cylinder is a general-purpose actuator not specifically for wheelchairs.
Linear acting hydraulic and pneumatic power engines are classified in heading 84.12.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify the tilt mechanism as a wheelchair part, not as a general gas cylinder, which would fall under Chapter 84
• Provide technical specifications showing it is exclusively for wheelchair seat tilt
• If imported with mounting brackets, verify whether the brackets are considered separate parts of general use
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An electronic joystick controller module with wiring harness, designed to operate the drive motors of powered wheelchairs. It is an accessory suitable solely or principally for carriages for disabled persons of heading 8713, and is therefore classified as a part or accessory under tariff item 8714.20.00.
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Wheelchair Armrest Pads
Padded armrest covers with adjustable mounts, designed for comfort in manual and power wheelchairs. These are specific parts for carriages for disabled persons of heading 8713, and are therefore classified under tariff item 8714.20.00.
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