9817.84.01 - Wheelbuilding, wheel-trueing, rimpunching, tire fitting and similar machines (provided for in subheading 8462.22, 8462.23, 8462.24, 8462.25, 8462.26, 8462.29, 8462.42, 8462.49, 8462.51, 8462.59, 8479.83, 8479.89.95, 8485.10.01 or 9031.80), all the foregoing suitable for use in the manufacture of wheels for bicycles
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | N/A |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | The rate applicable in the absence of this heading |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 9817.84.01, specifically covers a specialized group of machines utilized in the manufacturing and maintenance of bicycle wheels. It encompasses equipment designed for processes such as wheel building, wheel truing (balancing and alignment), rim punching, and tire fitting. The classification is further refined by its explicit linkage to a list of precursor HTS subheadings (e.g., 8462.22, 8479.83), indicating that the machines must originate from these broader machine categories. The defining characteristic for this specific provision is their suitability for use in the bicycle wheel manufacturing industry.
Unlike its sibling categories which span a vast range of goods from live animals to diverse manufactured articles, 9817.84.01 is narrowly focused on machinery with a specific industrial application. Its relevance lies in distinguishing specialized equipment from general-purpose machinery that might otherwise fall under broader headings like those for metalworking machinery or general-purpose machinery. The "provided for in subheading..." language is crucial; importers must first determine the correct classification of the machine under its base HTS subheading before applying this special provision.
As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories to introduce. The classification is complete at this level, signifying that goods meeting the described criteria are classified directly under 9817.84.01. Practical classification will hinge on verifying that the machine's primary function is indeed related to bicycle wheel assembly or repair, and that it aligns with the listed precursor HTS subheadings. This provision is part of Section XXII, addressing special classification provisions and temporary modifications, underscoring its role in facilitating specific trade objectives or monitoring particular goods.