Carbon Fiber Bicycle Frame from Germany
A lightweight bicycle frame constructed from woven carbon fiber composite material, designed for high-performance road or mountain bikes. It falls under HTS 6815.19.00.00 as an article of carbon fibers for non-electrical uses, not specified elsewhere and excluding applications like Chapter 95 toys or sports equipment in certain contexts.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify carbon fiber content exceeds 50% by weight and provide material test reports to confirm non-electrical classification
• Ensure documentation distinguishes from Chapter 87 vehicle parts if frame is sold separately from complete bicycle
• Avoid misclassification as sporting goods by emphasizing structural use over recreational assembly