HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
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8206000000 | Doc | The rate of duty applicable to that article in the set subject t+30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
8203300000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
8203206030 | Doc | 12¢/doz. + 5.5%+55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
8308909000 | Doc | 57.7% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
8308903000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
8311900000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
8311100000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
7318152095 | Doc | 80.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
7318190000 | Doc | 85.7% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
7326902500 | Doc | 80.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
7326908605 | Doc | 82.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
4911998000 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
4911996000 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
4907000000 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
4907000000 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
9704000000 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
9704000000 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Quick Release Components for Bicycles
Quick release components are mechanisms used on bicycles to allow for rapid removal and reinstallation of wheels and other parts without the use of tools. They significantly expedite wheel changes, adjustments, and transportation.
Material
Typically constructed from:
- Aluminum Alloy: Lightweight, strong, and corrosion-resistant, commonly used for levers, skewers, and seatpost clamps.
- Steel: Offers higher strength and durability, often found in older or lower-cost models, or in heavily stressed components like hub skewers.
- Stainless Steel: Provides excellent corrosion resistance, suitable for use in wet or harsh conditions.
Purpose
The primary purpose of quick release mechanisms is to:
- Facilitate Wheel Removal: Simplifies flat tire repairs and tire changes.
- Enable Easy Transportation: Allows for quick disassembly of the bicycle for transport in vehicles or storage.
- Streamline Adjustments: Quickly adjust wheel position for optimal alignment or to accommodate different riders.
Function
Quick release mechanisms operate using a lever and cam system:
- Cam: A shaped surface that tightens or loosens the clamping force on the component (e.g., wheel axle).
- Lever: Used to engage or disengage the cam, controlling the clamping force.
- Adjustment Nut: Allows for fine-tuning of the clamping force and centering of the wheel. The nut preloads the system, ensuring sufficient clamping force when the lever is closed.
Usage Scenarios
- Road Cycling: Rapid wheel changes during races or training rides.
- Mountain Biking: Quick wheel swaps after punctures or for different tire setups.
- Commuting: Convenient for transporting the bicycle on public transport or storing it in limited space.
- Bike Maintenance: Facilitates removal of wheels for servicing and repair.
Common Types
- Wheel Quick Release Skewers: The most common type, used to secure the wheels to the frame and fork. Available in various axle sizes and lever styles.
- Seatpost Quick Release Clamp: Allows for quick adjustment and removal of the seatpost.
- Stem Quick Release Clamp: Used to quickly adjust or remove the handlebar stem.
- Fork Quick Release: Found on older suspension forks, allowing for wheel removal without tools.
- Brake Quick Release: Allows for rapid cable slack adjustment for wheel installation/removal, less common on modern brakes.
Bicycle Accessories: Quick Release Skewers
Based on the provided information, the following HS codes may be relevant to bicycle accessories, specifically quick release skewers:
- 7326902500: Other articles of iron or steel; Other; Other; Cable or inner wire for caliper and cantilever brakes and casing therefor, whether or not cut to length.
- 73: Articles of iron or steel. This chapter covers a wide range of iron and steel products.
- 26: Other articles of iron or steel. This heading includes items not specifically covered in other headings within Chapter 73.
- 90: Other. This subheading further specifies the type of articles within heading 7326.
- 25: Cable or inner wire for caliper and cantilever brakes and casing therefor, whether or not cut to length. This specifically identifies cables and casings used in brake systems.
- 7326908605: Other articles of iron or steel; Other; Other; Other; Other Rods for electrical grounding (quick release skewers are rods and are made of iron or steel).
- 73: Articles of iron or steel. This chapter covers a wide range of iron and steel products.
- 26: Other articles of iron or steel. This heading includes items not specifically covered in other headings within Chapter 73.
- 90: Other. This subheading further specifies the type of articles within heading 7326.
- 86: Other. This further specifies the type of articles within subheading 732690.
- 05: Rods for electrical grounding (quick release skewers are rods and are made of iron or steel). This specifically identifies rods used for electrical grounding, and notes that quick release skewers fall into this category.
Important Note: According to the provided reference material, quick release skewers are identified as rods made of iron or steel. Please verify the material composition of the skewers to ensure accurate classification. Additionally, the reference material indicates that these items fall under the category of "Other articles of iron or steel."