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Bicycle Stand

A bicycle stand is a device used to support a bicycle without relying on the ground, allowing for storage, maintenance, or display. They facilitate tasks such as repairs, cleaning, and adjustments, and are commonly found in homes, bike shops, and public spaces.

Materials

Bicycle stands are constructed from a variety of materials, each offering different strengths and weaknesses:

• Steel: The most common material due to its strength and affordability. Often powder-coated to resist corrosion.
• Aluminum: Lighter than steel, making it suitable for portable stands or for users prioritizing ease of movement. Can be more expensive.
• Plastic: Typically used for simpler, less robust stands, often for indoor use or as temporary supports.
• Wood: Less common now, but can be found in custom-built or vintage stands, offering an aesthetic appeal.

Purpose & Function

The primary function of a bicycle stand is to securely hold a bicycle upright, freeing the user's hands for work or storage. Specific functions include:

• Maintenance: Enables repairs, adjustments, and cleaning without the bike falling over.
• Storage: Provides a compact and organized storage solution, especially useful in limited spaces.
• Display: Used in bike shops or personal collections to showcase bicycles.
• Security: Some stands incorporate locking mechanisms for added security.

Usage Scenarios

• Home Workshops: For performing bicycle maintenance and repairs.
• Bike Shops: Essential for professional repair and sales environments.
• Garages/Sheds: Organized storage of multiple bicycles.
• Apartments/Condos: Space-saving storage solutions.
• Public Bike Racks: Providing temporary parking for cyclists.
• Events/Tradeshows: Displaying bicycles.

Common Types

• Floor Stands: The most common type, supporting the bike via the bottom bracket or rear wheel.
  • Bottom Bracket Stands: Clamp onto the bottom bracket shell, offering stability and allowing for 360-degree rotation.
  • Rear Wheel Stands: Support the bike by the rear wheel, ideal for quick maintenance tasks.
  • Fork Stands: Lift the front wheel off the ground by clamping onto the fork.
• Wall Mounts: Securely attach the bike to a wall, saving floor space. Often adjustable to accommodate different bike sizes.
• Ceiling Mounts: Similar to wall mounts, but utilize ceiling space for storage.
• Portable Stands: Lightweight and foldable designs for easy transport, often used by cyclists for on-the-go repairs or events.
• Gravity Stands: Utilize the bike’s weight and balance for support, requiring no clamping or attachment points.
• Bike Racks (Public): Designed for multiple bikes, typically found in public spaces. These come in various designs, including wheel-bending, U-shaped, and inverted-U designs.

Bicycle stands are not explicitly listed as a distinct commodity within the provided reference material. However, based on potential material and function, the following HS codes may be relevant:

• 8712004800: Bicycles and other cycles (including delivery tricycles), not motorized: Other bicycles. This code covers non-motorized bicycles, and a bicycle stand could be considered an accessory or component related to bicycles.

  • Chapter 87: Vehicles and their parts and accessories.
  • Heading 8712: Bicycles and other cycles (including delivery tricycles), not motorized.
  • Subheading 8712004800: Specifically designates "Other bicycles". The tax rate details include a base tariff of 11.0%, an additional tariff of 25.0%, and a tariff of 30% after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tariff of 66.0%.

• 8712005000: Bicycles and other cycles (including delivery tricycles), not motorized: Other cycles. Similar to the previous code, this covers non-motorized cycles and could apply if the stand is categorized as a type of cycle component.

  • Chapter 87: Vehicles and their parts and accessories.
  • Heading 8712: Bicycles and other cycles (including delivery tricycles), not motorized.
  • Subheading 8712005000: Specifically designates "Other cycles". The tax rate details include a base tariff of 3.7%, an additional tariff of 25.0%, and a tariff of 30% after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tariff of 58.7%.

• 8714998000: Parts and accessories of vehicles of headings 8711 to 8713: Other: Other. If the bicycle stand is considered a part or accessory of a bicycle, this code may be applicable.

  • Chapter 87: Vehicles and their parts and accessories.
  • Heading 8714: Parts and accessories of vehicles of headings 8711 to 8713.
  • Subheading 8714998000: Specifically designates "Other: Other". The tax rate details include a base tariff of 10.0%, an additional tariff of 7.5%, and a tariff of 30% after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tariff of 47.5%.

According to the provided reference material, the HS code options related to 'bicycle stand' are limited, with only the following 3 found.

It is important to determine the material composition of the bicycle stand to ensure accurate classification. If the stand is made of iron or steel, codes related to structures or articles of iron or steel (7308907000 or 7308909560) might also be considered, depending on its design and function.