Titanium Mountain Bike Frame from China
A premium titanium frame for mountain bikes, exceeding $600 in value, built for rugged off-road use in vehicles of heading 8712. Classified under HTS 8714.91.20.00 due to its role as a core structural component for bicycles. Titanium offers superior strength-to-weight ratio for trail riding.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide metallurgical certificates confirming titanium alloy to support classification and value declaration
• Label clearly as 'bicycle frame' to distinguish from motorcycle chassis in heading 8714 for larger vehicles
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain titanium imports; check current Commerce Department notices