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Aluminum Lightweight Wheelchair

A portable manual wheelchair made from aluminum alloy for easier transport, featuring foldable frame and user-propelled wheels for disabled individuals. Classified under HTS 8713.10.00.00 due to absence of mechanical propulsion and design as a dedicated mobility carriage.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+12.5%12.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8716.90.50Higher: 53.1% vs 12.5%

If includes push handles as separate golf cart accessories

Invalid for disability use; parts for other non-medical carts fall under 8716.

6601.91.00Same rate: 12.5%

If imported as frame only without wheels

Unassembled walking aids or umbrella frames classify separately if lacking full carriage function.

9018.90.75Higher: 37.5% vs 12.5%

If equipped with advanced medical monitoring

Devices combining surgical appliances with electronics shift to Chapter 90 medical instruments.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Document alloy composition to confirm not over 50% steel, avoiding potential material-based reclassification

• Provide user manual proving non-motorized operation for customs clearance