CLA-2-95:OT:RR:NC:N4:462
Clayton F. Haller
Noetic Gear LLC
5382 Aspenwood Court
Concord, CA 94521
RE: The tariff classification of a stationary exercise bicycle accessory from China
Dear Mr. Haller:
In your letter dated April 21, 2026, you requested a tariff classification ruling.
Images and product literature were provided in lieu of a sample.
The product under consideration is described as an adapter assembly designed for use with stationary
exercise bicycles. Constructed primarily of aluminum, the assembly consists of a clamp body with an
integrated interface post. The rounded clamp is designed to mount securely to a structural member of a
stationary exercise bicycle, and the outwardly extending post is dimensioned to receive a standard bicycle
stem. Once installed, the assembly mechanically couples the stationary bicycle to a conventional bicycle
stem interface, enabling the attachment of aftermarket or standard bicycle handlebars, which will allow a
rider to replicate the ergonomic reach and grip positioning of an outdoor bicycle during indoor training. The
adapter assembly is part of a patent-pending conversion system and will be marketed and sold to fitness
equipment distributors as well as individual consumers. Per your submission, there may be some variation in
the geometry, attachment method, interface dimensions, adjustability features, and structural reinforcement of
the adapter assembly.
In your request, you suggest classification under subheading 9506.91.00, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States (HTSUS), which provides for articles and equipment for general physical exercise, gymnastics
or athletics; parts and accessories thereof. We agree. As the adapter assembly contributes to the
effectiveness of a stationary exercise bicycle by allowing the use of alternate handlebars and is solely
designed to be attached to one, it will be classified as an accessory to exercise cycles.
The applicable subheading for the adapter assembly will be 9506.91.0010, HTSUS, which provides for
articles and equipment for general physical exercise, gymnastics or athletics; parts and accessories thereof,
exercise cycles. The general rate of duty will be 4.6%.
The duties cited above are current as of this ruling’s issuance. Duty rates are provided for your convenience
and are subject to change. The text of the most recent HTSUS and the accompanying duty rates are provided
at https://hts.usitc.gov/.
This ruling does not address the applicability of any additional duties, taxes, fees, exactions and/or other
charges, which may apply to the goods discussed herein. This includes, but is not limited to, tariffs and other
duties as provided for in Subchapter III to Chapter 99, HTSUS. Thus, for example, in addition to the
classification stated above, the merchandise covered by this ruling may also need to be reported with either
the Chapter 99 provision under which an additional tariff applies or one of the Chapter 99 provisions
covering exceptions to such tariffs.
For further information to assist with the importation process, please refer to the frequently updated Cargo
Systems Messaging Service (CSMS) messages at
https://www.cbp.gov/trade/automated/cargo-systems-messaging-service and Frequently Asked Questions on
the Trade Remedy/IEEPA page at
https://www.cbp.gov/trade/programs-administration/trade-remedies/IEEPA-FAQ.
The holding set forth above applies only to the specific factual situation and merchandise description as
identified in the ruling request. This position is clearly set forth in Title 19, Code of Federal Regulations
(CFR), Section 177.9(b)(1). This section states that a ruling letter is issued on the assumption that all of the
information furnished in the ruling letter, whether directly, by reference, or by implication, is accurate and
complete in every material respect. In the event that the facts are modified in any way, or if the goods do not
conform to these facts at time of importation, you should bring this to the attention of U.S. Customs and
Border Protection (CBP) and submit a request for a new ruling in accordance with 19 CFR 177.2.
Additionally, we note that the material facts described in the foregoing ruling may be subject to periodic
verification by CBP.
This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs and Border Protection
Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177).
A copy of the ruling or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documents
filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, please contact
National Import Specialist Sandra Walia at [email protected].
Sincerely,
(for)
James P. Forkan
Director
National Commodity Specialist Division