GTS Provides CE Certification Process and Standards for Cross-Border Export of Electric Bicycles to the EU

Electric bicycles are widely welcomed by consumers due to their low-carbon and environmentally friendly advantages. According to data from the
 
National Bureau of Statistics, over 50% of electric two-wheelers worldwide are produced in China. As the world's largest production base for two-
 
wheelers, China exports more than half of its two-wheeler output (including electric two-wheelers). The export volume is expected to exceed 20
 
million units in 2025. Consequently, an increasing number of electric bicycle enterprises are actively expanding into overseas markets. We have
 
compiled relevant technical and trade knowledge on the import and export of electric bicycles for your reference.
 
 
01. Customs Classification
 
Electric Bicycles: 8711600010
 
Tariff Rate: 45% | VAT Rate: 13%
 
Regulatory Document Requirements: 6A | Inspection and Quarantine Requirements: M/L
 
Declaration Elements: 1. Product Name; 2. Brand Type; 3. Export Preference Status; 4. Engine Type; 5. Brand (Chinese or Foreign Name)
 
 
02. Technical Standards
 
EU: EN 15194 "Cycles - Electrically power assisted cycles - EPAC Two-wheel cycles"
 
 
03. Technical Requirements
 
The EU's new Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC (MD) came into effect on December 29, 2009. This directive applies to mobile machinery,
 
mechanical devices, machines for transporting people, and safety components. It is a mandatory certification for the EU market. Products
 
compliant with this directive, whether produced by EU-based enterprises or imported from other countries, must bear the CE marking if sold on the
 
EU market, indicating that the product meets the basic requirements of the EU's "New Approach to Technical Harmonization and Standardization."
 
The electric bicycle standard EN 15194:2017 became a harmonized standard under the Machinery Directive on March 19, 2019, thereby
 
becoming a mandatory requirement. Electric bicycles sold in the European market must meet the requirements of EN 15194:2017, and the
 
complete vehicle must bear the CE marking.
 
The standard requires a rated voltage not exceeding 48V, a maximum cut-off speed not exceeding 25km/h, a maximum continuous power not
 
exceeding 250W, and a minimum saddle height of at least 635mm. It applies to private or commercial use.
 
The complete vehicle must comply with the MD Machinery Directive, EN 12100 risk analysis, the WEEE Directive on waste electrical and
 
electronic equipment, the RoHS Directive on the restriction of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment, EMC electromagnetic
 
compatibility, and the REACH regulation on chemicals.
 
 
04. Certification Process
 
EU
 
Certifications: TUV certification; GS certification;
 
Modules: Internal Production Control; EC-Type Examination; Declaration of Conformity; Production Quality Assurance; Product Quality Assurance;
 
Product Verification; Full Quality Assurance
 
Procedure: Document Review, Product Testing, Factory Inspection, Annual Factory Follow-up Inspection
 
 
05. Important Notes
 
Matching lithium batteries/lead-acid batteries fall under the category of dangerous goods during international transport and should be declared as
 
dangerous goods for transport. Please refer to the customs classification below:
 
Lithium Primary Cells and Primary Batteries: 8506500000
 
Tariff Rate: 45% | VAT Rate: 13%
 
Regulatory Document Requirements: A | Inspection and Quarantine Requirements: M
 
Declaration Elements: 1. Product Name; 2. Brand Type; 3. Export Preference Status; 4. Purpose; 5. Electrode Material (manganese dioxide,
 
mercury oxide, silver oxide, lithium, zinc-air, etc.); 6. Brand (Chinese or Foreign Name); 7. Model; 8. Capacity; 9. Whether containing mercury; 10.
 
GTIN; 11. CAS; 12. Others;
 
Other Lithium-ion Batteries: 8507600090
 
Tariff Rate: 45% | VAT Rate: 13%
 
Regulatory Document Requirements: A | Inspection and Quarantine Requirements: M
 
Declaration Elements: 1. Product Name; 2. Brand Type; 3. Export Preference Status; 4. Purpose; 5. Electrode Material (lead-acid, nickel-cadmium,
 
nickel-iron, nickel-metal hydride, lithium-ion, etc.); 6. Specific Energy; 7. Brand (Chinese or Foreign Name); 8. Model; 9. Capacity; 10. Whether
 
containing mercury; 11. Rated Voltage; 12. GTIN; 13. CAS; 14. Others;
 
Other Lead-Acid Batteries: 8507200000
 
Tariff Rate: 90% | VAT Rate: 13%
 
Regulatory Document Requirements: A | Inspection and Quarantine Requirements: M
 
Declaration Elements: 1. Product Name; 2. Brand Type; 3. Export Preference Status; 4. Purpose; 5. Electrode Material (lead-acid, nickel-cadmium,
 
nickel-iron, nickel-metal hydride, lithium-ion, etc.); 6. Specific Energy; 7. Brand (Chinese or Foreign Name); 8. Model; 9. Capacity; 10. Whether
 
containing mercury; 11. Rated Voltage; 12. GTIN; 13. CAS; 14. Others;
 

 
 
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