HS Code 8708
Motor Vehicle Parts and Accessories
HS code 8708 covers parts and accessories for motor vehicles, including bumpers, gearboxes, axles, wheels, suspension systems, and steering components.
HS Code 8708 — Motor Vehicle Parts and Accessories
This is a broad category for components used in the assembly or repair of road vehicles. It includes gearboxes, axles, steering wheels, bumpers, and braking systems, provided they are not covered by more specific HS codes.
What's included
- Bumpers and parts thereof
- Brakes and servo-brakes
- Gearboxes and drive axles
- Road wheels and rims
- Shock absorbers and radiators
What's excluded
- Rubber tyres → use
4011(Tyres are specifically classified under rubber products.) - Internal combustion engines → use
8407(Engines have their own heading in the machinery chapter.) - Car batteries → use
8507(Electric accumulators are classified by their electrical nature.)
Common examples
- Brembo brake callipers
- ZF automatic gearbox
- Alloy wheel rims for cars
- McPherson suspension struts
- Intercooler for truck engine
Frequently asked questions
Why are car engines not in 8708?
The HS system prioritizes 'engines' as a general category in Chapter 84, regardless of whether they are for cars or boats.
Does this cover car audio systems?
No, car radios and speakers are classified under Chapter 85 (Electrical Machinery).
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 6%
- Documentation: Anti-dumping duties frequently apply to wheels or brake components from specific countries.
- Typical shipping mode: LCL
- Top exporters: Germany, China, United States, Japan, Mexico
- Top importers: United States, Germany, Mexico, China, Canada
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Key takeaway
This is a 'catch-all' for mechanical vehicle parts that don't have a more specific category in Chapters 84 or 85.
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