HS code for electric bike
The U.S. HS code for an electric bike is usually 8711.60.00.90 (pedal assist), with no general duty and an estimated total of 12.5% from China and 12.5% from Vietnam once additional duties are added.
Estimates use tariff data as of October 22, 2026. The China and Vietnam estimates include Section 301: Forced labor action (12.5%). From China, Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%) may also apply, up to 37.5% in total. Classifications and duty estimates are guidance based on the published HTSUS. The importer of record is responsible for the final classification.
Codes by variant
| Variant | HTS code | General duty | Est. from China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pedal assist | 8711.60.00.90 | Free | 12.5% |
- 8711.60.00.90: With electric motor for propulsion / Other
What decides the code
An electric bike with pedal assist and an electric motor for propulsion is classified under heading 8711, in subheading 8711.60.00.90.
- The electric motor for propulsion puts the bike in heading 8711, which covers cycles fitted with an auxiliary motor.
- Pedal assist with an electric motor falls in subheading 8711.60, the line for cycles with an electric motor for propulsion.
- The residual line 8711.60.00.90 covers the pedal assist bike when no more specific subheading applies.
Common mistakes
- Classifying the bike under 8712 as a bicycle is wrong because heading 8712 covers non-motorized cycles.
- Classifying it under 8711.90 as an other motorcycle is wrong because the bike has an electric motor for propulsion, which falls in 8711.60.
Estimated U.S. duty by origin
- China
- 12.5% = Free general + 12.5% Section 301: Forced labor actionMay also apply: Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%). Up to 37.5%.
- Vietnam
- 12.5% = Free general + 12.5% Section 301: Forced labor action
For HTS 8711.60.00.90, as a share of customs value, before fees. Check every measure for your entry with the tariff checker.
EU code and duty
- Pedal assist
- CN 8711 60 90, 6%
EU Combined Nomenclature 2026, third-country (erga omnes) duty. Preferential rates and EU trade remedy duties are not included.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HS code for an electric bike?
The U.S. HTS code for an electric bike is usually 8711.60.00.90 (pedal assist). The first six digits, 8711.60, are the international HS code.
What is the U.S. import duty on an electric bike from China?
The U.S. general duty on HTS 8711.60.00.90 is Free. With the additional duties that apply to goods of China (Section 301: Forced labor action (12.5%)), the estimated total is 12.5% of customs value. Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%) may also apply depending on the exact product. From Vietnam the estimate is 12.5%. Tariff data as of October 22, 2026.
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Codes checked against the USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule retrieved October 22, 2026. Additional duties reviewed October 22, 2026. This is an estimate: the importer of record is responsible for classification.