Electric Three-Wheeled Mobility Scooter for Disabled from Germany
A battery-powered three-wheeled scooter designed specifically for disabled persons to aid mobility, featuring a stable triangular wheelbase, adjustable seat, and control joystick. It falls under HTS 8713.90.0030 as a three-wheeled carriage for disabled persons that is motorized. This classification distinguishes it from four-wheeled models or non-disability-specific vehicles.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Obtain FDA registration if marketed as a medical device for mobility-impaired users to ensure compliance
• Provide detailed technical specs confirming three wheels and disability-specific design to avoid misclassification
• Include user manual and safety certifications to prevent customs holds on mechanically propelled imports