Motorized Wheelchair Permobil M3 Corpus from Germany
The Permobil M3 Corpus is a powered wheelchair designed for disabled persons, featuring a tilt and recline system for comfort and positioning. It falls under HTS 8713.90.00 as a carriage for disabled persons that is motorized, distinct from basic push wheelchairs. This classification covers mechanically propelled mobility aids not specified elsewhere in heading 8713.
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
• Verify FDA registration and medical device classification for U.S. entry; ensure battery safety certifications like UN38.3
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as a toy or recreational vehicle