Electric bicycles are widely popular among consumers due to their low-carbon and environmentally friendly advantages. According to data from
the National Bureau of Statistics, over 50% of the world's electric two-wheelers 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 companies are actively expanding into overseas markets. This
article compiles relevant technical and trade knowledge regarding the import and export of electric bicycles for your reference.
01. Customs Classification
Electric Bicycle: 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
United States | CFR 1512 Chapter 1512 of the Federal Regulations, "Requirements for Bicycles"
Electric bicycles are regulated by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
03. Technical Requirements
United States
According to regulations from the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), low-speed electric bicycles are classified as
consumer products and fall under the jurisdiction of the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The U.S. CPSC stipulates that low-speed
electric bicycles or tricycles manufactured for commercial use must be equipped with operable pedals, have an electric motor output of no more
than 750W, a maximum speed not exceeding 32km/h (20mph) when ridden by a person weighing 77kg (170lbs), and a total vehicle weight not
exceeding 50kg. The complete vehicle must comply with 16 CFR PART 1512, UL 2849+ED1:2019.
04. Certification Process
United States
Certification: Federal Certification (Mandatory, Voluntary); Private Certification; Underwriters Laboratories (UL)
Procedure: Pre-import registration; Product certification; Conformity assessment; Post-import inspection and supervision.
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 transportation. Refer to the customs classifications 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: Other;
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: Other;
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: Other;
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