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SITCSection 7
U.S. imports of motorcycles with reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not exceeding 50 cc (SITC 78511) totaled $2.7M in April 2026, traded with 8 countries.
Importers of Motorcycles with Reciprocating Piston Engine, Cylinder Capacity Not Exceeding 50 cc paid $565K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 21% on $2.7M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Motorcycles with Reciprocating Piston Engine, Cylinder Capacity Not Exceeding 50 cc imports of $2.7M in April 2026 ran 61% above the year-to-date monthly average of $1.6M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataSub-50 cc motorcycles — a segment that overlaps commercially with mopeds and motorized scooters — occupy the smallest engine-displacement bracket in the motorcycle classification hierarchy, and the 50 cc ceiling is the definitive boundary that separates them from higher-displacement categories. These lightweight, low-speed vehicles are widely used for urban last-mile transport in developing markets and as entry-level recreational units in the US. Engine displacement documentation from the manufacturer is the critical evidentiary requirement for correct classification at the border.
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CBP typically relies on the manufacturer's certificate of origin, engine specification sheets, and the vehicle identification number (VIN) or engine number to confirm displacement. If documentation is ambiguous, CBP may request laboratory testing or an independent technical assessment.
Yes. The EPA regulates engine emissions for motorized vehicles, and DOT's NHTSA sets safety standards for motorcycles sold in the US. Importers must ensure compliance with applicable emissions certificates and safety standards, or the goods may be refused entry or require costly modifications.
Monthly import values over time
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