Import duty on electric scooters in the EU

HS code

8711.60

EU codes

2

EU import duty

6%

Source: EU Common Customs Tariff (TARIC), via the UK Trade Tariff service for Northern Ireland · checked 2026-10-31

Electric scooters and self-balancing boards are classified as cycles with an electric motor, 8711.60, alongside e-bikes.

EU CN codes under 8711.60

EU CN codeDescriptionImport duty
8711 60 10 00Bicycles, tricycles and quadricycles, with pedal assistance, with an auxiliary electric motor with a continuous rated power not exceeding 250 watts6%
8711 60 90Other
2 full 10-digit codes
  • 8711 60 90 10 — Other › Cycles, with pedal assistance, with an auxiliary electric motor
  • 8711 60 90 90 — Other › Other
6%

Import duty on electric scooters by country

Import into the US

Free

See HTS codes ›

Import into the UK

6%

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Import into the EU

6%

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How EU import charges work

The duty shown is the standard rate for goods from countries without a trade deal. Goods from a country with a EU trade agreement may pay less, or nothing, if they meet the rules of origin. A few products from certain countries also pay anti-dumping duties. Import VAT is set by each EU country (from 17% to 27%) and charged on the customs value plus shipping, insurance and duty.

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Frequently asked questions

Q1What is the EU CN code for electric scooters?
It depends on the product’s details: 2 EU codes sit under HS 8711.60. The table on this page lists each one with its duty.
Q2What is the import duty on electric scooters in the EU?
Between 6%, depending on the exact code. Goods from countries with a trade agreement may pay less if they meet the rules of origin.
Q3Do I pay VAT on imported electric scooters?
Yes. Import VAT is set by each EU country (from 17% to 27%) and charged on the customs value plus shipping, insurance and duty.
Q4Is the EU code the same as the US HTS code?
Only the first 6 digits (8711.60) are the same. The US adds its own digits and rates: see the US HTS code for electric scooters.

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Classification guidance only, not a binding ruling or customs advice. The right code depends on your product’s exact material, function and construction. For certainty, get Binding Tariff Information (BTI) from an EU customs authority, or ask a licensed customs broker.