As the global demand for environmental protection and energy conservation continues to grow, electric motorcycles are becoming a hit in the international marketplace. Compared to traditional motorcycles, electric motorcycles are gaining increasing consumer favor for their environmental characteristics and convenience. However, in the face of different countries and regions standards and regulations, how to ensure that your products meet these requirements and export to the EU market smoothly? This article will provide you with guidance on export to the EU from the customs classification of electric motorcycles, product standards and more.

Customs Classification

In the export process, accurate customs classification is a crucial step.For electric motorcycles, the applicable HS code is 8711600090Understanding the following tax rates and requirements can help you with export operations:

• Export Tariff Rateand no
• Import Tariff Rateand 45%
• Import value added tax rateand 13%
• Regulatory Documentation Requirements6A – Entry
• Requirements for testingL / M
• Declaration elements：
  • Nominated
  • Type of engine
  • Brand (Chinese or foreign name)
  • The model

Accurate declaration of these elements not only helps to improve clearing efficiency, but also avoids fines and delays caused by errors in declaration.

Technical regulations of the European Union

European Union regulatory authorities

The EU motorcycle product type certification system consists of the EEC system of automotive technical regulations, mainly regulated and enforced by the following bodies:

• European Council (European Union Summit)
• The European Parliament
• Council of Ministers of the EU
• The European Commission

In particular, the European Commission's "General Directorate of Enterprises and Industry" is specifically responsible for the work of motorcycle industry and technical directives, involving the development and implementation of motorcycle technical standards and regulations.

Technical regulatory system

Currently, the EU motorcycle certification system parallels two main regulatory systems:

1. Directives of the EU (EU Directives)
2. Regulations of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE)

For motor vehicles not yet covered, Member States may implement relevant international agreements in accordance with their national regulations. So far, the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe has issued 136 EEC regulations, 24 of which involve motorcycles (Class L vehicles). These regulations cover all aspects of the vehicle, from safety to environmental standards, ensuring uniform compliance of products across the EU market.

Export EU certification process

Certification of type

Model certification for electric motorcycles includes whole-car certification and parts-type certification. Here is the general process for obtaining e-mark certification:

1. ApplyProduction enterprises submit applications to the certification bodies of the EU Member States and provide the necessary product information documents.
2. Sampling inspection and production consistency assurance capability inspectionThis step can be carried out by a certification body or an accredited technical service body.Sample inspection includes:
   • Sample inspection: Confirmation that the sample components and technical units meet the requirements of a single directive, a total of 24 items (see Table 1).
   • Conformity verification of samples and documentation, a total of 27 items (see Table 2).

If an enterprise has applied for a component-type certificate issued by other Member States, it may be exempt from the relevant inspection projects.

Completion and publication of model certificates

The certification body will fill out the vehicle type certification certificate on the basis of the results of the inspection and verification and conclude approval or refusal of the type certification.

Consistency certificates and certification marks

Once the type certification is obtained, the manufacturing enterprise must issue a certificate of conformity for each vehicle manufactured in accordance with that type of conformity and a patch-type certification mark, the content of which includes:

• Type of certification.
• Identification number or first letter and letter "e" of the Member State of the implementing type-certification
• Vehicle identification code (digit or letter)

Data documentation changes and product discontinuation processing

After the vehicle obtains type certification, the manufacturing enterprise must be responsible for product conformity.If the product changes or stops production, it must notify the certification authority.

Inconsistent treatment

If the vehicle is found to not comply with the model that passed the certification, the certification body will take measures to reassure the consistency of production and, if necessary, can revoke the type certification.

in conclusion

The potential for the development of electric motorcycles in foreign markets is huge, but differences in national regulations and standards pose higher demands for export companies. By understanding the customs classification of electric motorcycles in detail, the EU product standards, and strict compliance with the certification process, companies can ensure product compliance and market competitiveness.