Gel Padded Comfort Saddle from China
A wide comfort saddle with gel padding and suspension for hybrid and cruiser bicycles, ideal for long recreational rides. It is classified under HTS 8714.95.00.00 as a bicycle saddle per parts of headings 8711-8713. The ergonomic shape reduces soreness on upright riding positions.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Include user manuals or marketing materials showing bicycle compatibility to support classification
• Check for REACH compliance on gels/foams if from EU sources
• Pitfall: bulk shipments mistaken for unfinished parts under 8714.96