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US Tariff on Bicycles from Taiwan 2026

Standard bicycles from Taiwan (HTS 8712.00) face an 11% base MFN rate plus a 25% Section 301 tariff, bringing the combined rate to approximately 36%. E-bikes classified under HTS 8703 face different rates — the MFN rate for electric bicycles is lower (0%) but Section 301 still applies at 25%. Taiwan is not subject to Chinese Section 301 tariffs — Taiwan's Section 301 actions are separate from China's.

Key figures at a glance
Product
Bicycles & E-Bikes
Origin country
Taiwan
Typical buyer
Bicycle importers, bike brands, sporting goods retailers
HTS hint
HTS 8712.00 (bicycles and cycles not motorized), 8714.91–8714.99 (bicycle parts), 8703 (e-bikes / electric bicycles)
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Applicable HTS range: HTS 8712.00 (bicycles and cycles not motorized), 8714.91–8714.99 (bicycle parts), 8703 (e-bikes / electric bicycles)

Wait — confirm whether your bicycles are actually Taiwan-made vs. Chinese-assembled components. Some Taiwanese brands use Chinese frames; origin is determined by substantial transformation, not brand name.

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, 2026 Revision 2 — hts.usitc.gov

Compliance risk notes
  • 1Antidumping duty order on bicycles from China (not Taiwan) — if your supplier sources frames from mainland China and completes them in Taiwan, origin may be Chinese, triggering ADD/CVD.
  • 2E-bike classification (HTS 8703 vs 8712) is product-specific: pedal-assist e-bikes with ≤750W motors are typically 8703; higher-power e-bikes may classify differently.
  • 3CPSC safety standards for bicycles (16 CFR Part 1512) and ASTM standards for e-bikes are separate compliance requirements from customs tariffs.
  • 4Section 301 List 1 applies to Taiwan bicycles separately from China Section 301 — the legal basis is the same USTR authority but different country-specific actions.
  • 5Bicycle component imports (frames, wheels, groupsets) are classified separately from complete bicycles and may face different duty rates.
FAQ: What tariff rate applies to bicycles imported from Taiwan?

Why do Taiwanese bicycles face Section 301 tariffs if Section 301 is about China?

The Section 301 tariffs on Taiwanese goods are under separate USTR actions from the China-specific tariffs. Taiwan has its own Section 301 tariff schedule from historical USTR investigations. The 25% on Taiwanese bicycles predates the 2018 China tariff escalation and has a different legal basis.

What is the tariff rate on e-bike batteries imported separately from Taiwan?

E-bike lithium-ion batteries from Taiwan classified under HTS 8507.60 face a different rate than batteries from China — Taiwan does not face the 100% rate imposed on Chinese EV batteries. Taiwan batteries face the standard Section 301 Taiwan rate plus MFN (approximately 3.7% + applicable Section 301).

Can I import Taiwanese bicycle frames separately to reduce the tariff compared to complete bikes?

Bicycle frames (HTS 8714.91.30) typically face a lower combined rate than complete bicycles (HTS 8712.00). However, CBP may challenge classification of frames that are functionally complete bicycles missing only wheels or saddles. Document the genuine incompleteness of the goods at time of import.

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Disclaimer: Informational estimates based on USITC HTS data, USTR Section 301 schedules, and public CBP ADD/CVD records as of 2026. Not legal or customs brokerage advice.

Verify all rates with a licensed customs broker before making import decisions.