HS Code: 871310
Non-mechanically propelled wheelchair for persons with disabilities.
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📋 Code Structure

Chapter
Chapter 87 covers various land motor vehicles other than railway vehicles, non-motor vehicles and their parts. Including tractors, passenger motor vehicles, freight motor vehicles, special purpose vehicles (such as crane trucks, fire trucks), motorcycles, bicycles, vehicles for disabled persons, etc. The core of this chapter lies in the mobility attribute of 'vehicles', regardless of whether they have their own power.
Heading
Heading 8713 specifically covers wheelchairs and other vehicles for disabled persons, whether or not mechanically driven. Including non-mechanically driven (manual) wheelchairs, electric wheelchairs, motorized wheelchairs, etc. However, ordinary handcarts, shopping carts, etc. are not classified under this heading, but should be classified under 8716, etc.
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits 87 = Chapter 87 (Vehicles and parts and accessories thereof, other than railway vehicles). The 3rd-4th digits 13 = Heading 8713 (Vehicles for disabled persons, whether or not motorized). The 5th-6th digits 10 = Subheading 871310, specifically referring to 'non-mechanically driven' wheelchairs for disabled persons. That is, manual wheelchairs, hand-cranked wheelchairs and other wheelchairs that rely entirely on human power. If it is an electric or motorized wheelchair, it is classified under 871390.
Classification Basis
The commodity is a non-mechanically driven wheelchair for disabled persons, fully conforming to the description of 871310: it is a vehicle for disabled persons and has no mechanical power. It is not classified under 871390 (other vehicles for disabled persons) because the latter covers electric and other mechanically driven ones; it is not classified under 8716 (other non-motor vehicles) because 8713 takes precedence over 8716, and 8716 explicitly excludes vehicles for disabled persons.

📝 Declaration Elements

Product Name
The specific name of the declared commodity, which should accurately reflect the type of wheelchair, such as 'manual wheelchair', 'hand-cranked wheelchair', etc.
⚠️ Declaring it generically as 'wheelchair' without distinguishing the drive mode.
Brand
Fill in the brand or trademark of the wheelchair; if there is no brand, fill in 'No Brand'.
⚠️ The brand does not match the actual product, or it is omitted.
Model
Fill in the specific model or specification code of the wheelchair for easy identification.
⚠️ The model is incompletely filled in or inconsistent with the actual product.
Drive Mode
Clearly state whether it is non-mechanically driven, such as 'manual', 'hand-cranked', etc.
⚠️ Incorrectly filling in 'electric' or 'motorized', leading to classification errors.
Material
Main material, such as aluminum alloy, steel, etc., which affects classification and regulatory conditions.
⚠️ The material description is too general, such as 'metal'.
Use
State that it is for use by disabled persons, such as 'mobility for disabled persons', 'for rehabilitation', etc.
⚠️ The use description is unclear, such as 'mobility tool'.
Foldable
Indicate whether it is foldable, which affects packaging and transportation methods.
⚠️ Omitting or incorrectly filling in the folding function.
Number of Wheels
Fill in the total number of wheels of the wheelchair, such as '4 wheels', '6 wheels', etc.
⚠️ The number of wheels does not match the actual product.
Example:
Product Name: Manual wheelchair; Brand: Kangjian; Model: KJ-200; Drive Mode: Manual; Material: Aluminum alloy; Use: Mobility for disabled persons; Foldable: Yes; Number of Wheels: 4 wheels.
Common Mistakes:

🎯 Classification Logic

Basis
The core basis for classification is: 1. Whether the commodity is a vehicle for disabled persons; 2. Whether it is non-mechanically driven. According to HS notes, 8713 covers vehicles for disabled persons, whether or not motorized, but non-mechanically driven wheelchairs are classified under 871310, and mechanically driven ones under 871390. If the commodity is an ordinary handcart or shopping cart, it is classified under 8716.
Confused Codes:
871390 - Other vehicles for disabled persons
871390 covers mechanically driven vehicles for disabled persons, such as electric wheelchairs and motorized wheelchairs. The core difference from non-mechanically driven 871310 is whether it has its own power.
8716 - Other non-motor vehicles
8716 covers non-motor vehicles such as handcarts and shopping carts, but explicitly excludes vehicles for disabled persons. If the wheelchair is exclusively for disabled persons, it should be classified under 8713.
950691 - Fitness and rehabilitation equipment
950691 covers equipment used for fitness or rehabilitation, but wheelchairs, as mobility tools, have the main function of movement, so they are classified under 8713.
940179 - Other seats
940179 covers ordinary seats, such as chairs and stools. Although wheelchairs can be sat on, their main function is movement, and they are specially designed for disabled persons, so they are classified under 8713.
Self-Check:

❓ FAQ

Q: How to determine whether a wheelchair belongs to 871310?
A: First confirm whether the wheelchair is exclusively for disabled persons, and then confirm that its drive mode is non-mechanically driven (such as manual or hand-cranked). If these two points are met, it is classified under 871310. If it is electric or motorized, it is classified under 871390.
Q: Which code should an electric wheelchair be classified under?
A: Electric wheelchairs belong to mechanically driven vehicles for disabled persons and should be classified under 871390, not 871310. When declaring, the drive mode must be stated as electric.
Q: Can an ordinary handcart be classified under 871310?
A: No. 871310 applies only to wheelchairs for disabled persons. Ordinary handcarts, shopping carts, etc. should be classified under 8716. If a handcart is specially designed for disabled persons, it may be classified under 8713, but this must be judged based on the specific design.
Q: How are wheelchair accessories classified?
A: Specialized accessories for wheelchairs, such as wheels and seats, if clearly dedicated to wheelchairs, should be classified under 8714 (Parts and accessories of motorcycles and bicycles)? In fact, parts of 8713 should be classified under 8714? Note: 8714 is parts for motorcycles and bicycles; should wheelchair parts be classified under 8714? No, should parts of 8713 be classified under 8714? According to HS, parts of 8713 should be classified under 8714? In fact, 8714 covers parts of 8711-8713. Therefore, wheelchair parts are classified under 8714. However, the specific parts need to be confirmed.
Q: How should 'Drive Mode' be filled in when declaring?
A: The drive mode should clearly state non-mechanical drive modes such as 'manual' and 'hand-cranked'. If it is electric, fill in 'electric'. This is the key element for distinguishing 871310 and 871390.
Q: Does the material of the wheelchair affect classification?
A: Material usually does not affect classification. 871310 covers non-mechanically driven wheelchairs of various materials. However, material may affect tariff rates or regulatory conditions, so accurate declaration is recommended.
Q: For cross-border e-commerce sales of wheelchairs, how to query the HS code?
A: You can check through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, HS code query platforms, or consult a customs broker. Enter the keyword 'wheelchair' or 'vehicle for disabled persons', and choose 871310 or 871390 according to the drive mode.
Q: What are the regulatory conditions for wheelchairs classified under 871310?
A: Regulatory conditions vary by country. In China, it may involve medical device registration, etc. Specifically, you need to check the 'Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China' and customs regulatory condition codes. It is recommended to consult the local customs.
⚠️ Disclaimer: HS code classification, declaration elements, tariff rates and regulatory conditions on this page are for reference only and do not constitute legal advice on customs classification. Tariff rates and regulations are subject to change; the latest announcements from the General Administration of Customs and on-site determinations shall prevail. Please consult professional customs brokers or customs authorities before import/export.