HSChapter 87
U.S. imports of motorcycles and mopeds with engines not exceeding 50cc (HS 871110) totaled $2.7M in April 2026, traded with 8 countries.
Last updated: April 2026 dataSmall-displacement motorcycles and mopeds powered by reciprocating piston engines of 50cc or less occupy a single 10-digit US tariff line (8711100000), reflecting their relatively uniform commercial profile as entry-level or urban-mobility two-wheelers. China dominates supply in this displacement class, with Japan and Austria also present. Importers should note that these vehicles must comply with EPA emissions standards and NHTSA Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) before entry, and non-compliant units may require costly modifications or face refusal of admission.
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Motorcycles imported into the US must comply with NHTSA's Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and EPA emissions regulations for motorcycles. Importers must file a DOT HS-7 declaration and an EPA 3520-1 form at entry. Vehicles not meeting these standards at the time of importation may be conditionally admitted for modification, but the importer bears the cost and responsibility for bringing them into compliance within a specified period.
Yes, provided the scooter is powered by a reciprocating internal combustion piston engine not exceeding 50cc, it falls under heading 871110 alongside conventional motorcycles and mopeds of the same displacement. The HTS does not distinguish between scooter-style and conventional motorcycle body configurations at this heading level — engine type and displacement are the controlling classification criteria.
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