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SITCSection 7
U.S. imports of invalid carriages (motorized and non-motorized) (SITC 78531) totaled $29.4M in April 2026, traded with 24 countries.
Importers of Invalid Carriages (Motorized and Non-Motorized) paid $145K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 10% on $1.4M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataMotorized and non-motorized invalid carriages — commonly known as wheelchairs and mobility scooters — occupy a distinct classification in the SITC schedule that separates them from both motor vehicles and medical devices. Duty treatment can differ significantly depending on whether the carriage is manually propelled, battery-powered, or otherwise mechanically driven, making the propulsion method a critical classification variable. Importers should also note that powered mobility devices may attract additional regulatory scrutiny from the FDA as durable medical equipment, depending on their design and intended use.
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Propulsion method is the primary classification driver: manually propelled wheelchairs, battery-powered mobility scooters, and mechanically driven carriages each fall into different HTS subheadings with potentially different duty rates. Confirming the exact power source and mechanism before entry is essential to avoid misclassification.
Powered mobility devices designed for medical use may be regulated as durable medical equipment by the FDA, which can trigger admissibility review at the port of entry. Importers should verify whether their specific product meets FDA's device definition and consult a licensed customs broker or regulatory specialist accordingly.
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