HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8512.10 – Lighting or visual signalling equipment; electrical, of a kind used on bicycles, excluding articles of heading no. 8539
HS code 8512.10 is the 6-digit subheading for lighting or visual signalling equipment, electrical, of a kind used on bicycles, excluding articles of heading no. 8539. It is used for LED bicycle headlights, rechargeable bicycle tail lights, dynamo bicycle lighting kits, bicycle wheel lights and reflective vests with integrated LEDs.
What HS 8512.10 covers
This HS code covers electrical lighting and visual signaling equipment specifically designed for bicycles, excluding standard incandescent or LED lamps (which fall under 8539). This includes a wide range of battery-powered lights, dynamo-powered lights, and reflective signaling devices that incorporate electrical components. The trade is driven by the global cycling market, catering to recreational, commuter, and professional cyclists. Safety regulations often influence demand and product specifications, particularly in urban environments. Major exporters are typically countries with strong electronics manufacturing and bicycle production capabilities, predominantly in Asia, while importers are found globally wherever cycling is popular, especially in Europe and North America. Innovation focuses on brightness, battery life, smart features, and aerodynamic design.
- Covers
- LED bicycle headlights
- Rechargeable bicycle tail lights
- Dynamo bicycle lighting kits
- Bicycle wheel lights
- Reflective vests with integrated LEDs
- Smart bicycle lights
- Bicycle turn signals
- Helmet-mounted bicycle lights.
- Examples
- Bontrager Ion 200 RT
- Lezyne KTV Drive Rear
- Garmin Varia RTL515
- Cateye Volt 800
- NiteRider Lumina 1200 Boost
- Busch & Müller Lumotec IQ-X.
Codes often confused with 8512.10
Common mistake. This code is specific to bicycle lighting *equipment*, not just the light source itself (e.g., an LED bulb would be 853950). It should also not be confused with lighting for other vehicles (e.g., 851220 for motor vehicles).
Top exporters and importers of HS code 851210, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 851210 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 49% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 18% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $198M 49% of world exports
- 2 Germany $46M 11% of world exports
- 3 Taiwan* ~$32M 7.9% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $405M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $65M 18% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $38M 10% of world imports
- 3 France $25M 6.7% of world imports
World total: $367M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 8512.10
Brazil does not split HS 8512.10: its NCM code is 8512.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 85.12 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8512.10
What is HS code 851210?
HS code 851210 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Lighting or visual signalling equipment; electrical, of a kind used on bicycles, excluding articles of heading no. 8539. This HS code covers electrical lighting and visual signaling equipment specifically designed for bicycles, excluding standard incandescent or LED lamps (which fall under 8539). This includes a wide range of battery-powered lights, dynamo-powered lights, and reflective signaling devices that incorporate electrical components. The trade is driven by the global cycling market, catering to recreational, commuter, and professional cyclists. Safety regulations often influence demand and product specifications, particularly in urban environments. Major exporters are typically countries with strong electronics manufacturing and bicycle production capabilities, predominantly in Asia, while importers are found globally wherever cycling is popular, especially in Europe and North America. Innovation focuses on brightness, battery life, smart features, and aerodynamic design.
What products fall under HS code 851210?
LED bicycle headlights, rechargeable bicycle tail lights, dynamo bicycle lighting kits, bicycle wheel lights, reflective vests with integrated LEDs, smart bicycle lights, bicycle turn signals, helmet-mounted bicycle lights.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 851210?
This code is specific to bicycle lighting *equipment*, not just the light source itself (e.g., an LED bulb would be 853950). It should also not be confused with lighting for other vehicles (e.g., 851220 for motor vehicles).
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 851210?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 851210 in UN Comtrade data were China ($198M, 49% of world exports), Germany ($46M) and Taiwan (about $32M). World exports came to about $405M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 851210?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 851210 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($65M, 18% of world imports), the Netherlands ($38M) and France ($25M). World imports came to about $367M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 851210 structured?
HS code 851210 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (85) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (12) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 851210?
In Brazil, HS code 851210 is NCM 8512.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.