HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8607.29 – Railway or tramway locomotives or rolling stock; parts, brakes (other than air brakes) and parts thereof
HS code 8607.29 is the 6-digit subheading for railway or tramway locomotives or rolling stock, parts, brakes (other than air brakes) and parts thereof. It is used for mechanical brake assemblies, electromagnetic brake systems, hydraulic brake components, brake shoes (non-air) and brake discs.
What HS 8607.29 covers
This HS code covers parts for railway or tramway locomotives and rolling stock, specifically focusing on brakes other than air brakes, and their components. This category is crucial for the safety and operational efficiency of rail transport systems globally. International trade in these specialized parts is driven by the need for maintenance, repair, and the construction of new rolling stock. Key players include specialized manufacturers of braking systems, who supply national railway operators, private freight companies, and rolling stock builders worldwide. The trade often involves high-precision engineering components, subject to stringent safety standards and regulations, making quality and reliability paramount for importers and exporters alike. Demand is particularly high in countries with extensive and developing rail networks.
- Covers
- Mechanical brake assemblies
- Electromagnetic brake systems
- Hydraulic brake components
- Brake shoes (non-air)
- Brake discs
- Brake cylinders
- Brake levers
- Friction materials for brakes
- Examples
- Knorr-Bremse mechanical brakes
- Faiveley Transport (Wabtec) hydraulic brake systems
- CRRC brake components
- Siemens Mobility brake parts
Codes often confused with 8607.29
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 860721 (air brakes and parts thereof) due to the general 'brakes' category, but the distinction lies in the exclusion of air brakes. It might also be confused with 860799 for general rolling stock parts if the component's specific braking function is not clearly identified.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 860729, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 860729 in UN Comtrade data was France, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 22% 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 France $83M 28% of world exports
- 2 Germany $52M 17% of world exports
- 3 United States $30M 10% of world exports
World total: $299M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $85M 22% of world imports
- 2 Germany $36M 9.3% of world imports
- 3 Czechia $28M 7.2% of world imports
World total: $387M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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. 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 8607.29
Brazil does not split HS 8607.29: its NCM code is 8607.29.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 86.07 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8607.29
What is HS code 860729?
HS code 860729 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Railway or tramway locomotives or rolling stock; parts, brakes (other than air brakes) and parts thereof. This HS code covers parts for railway or tramway locomotives and rolling stock, specifically focusing on brakes other than air brakes, and their components. This category is crucial for the safety and operational efficiency of rail transport systems globally. International trade in these specialized parts is driven by the need for maintenance, repair, and the construction of new rolling stock. Key players include specialized manufacturers of braking systems, who supply national railway operators, private freight companies, and rolling stock builders worldwide. The trade often involves high-precision engineering components, subject to stringent safety standards and regulations, making quality and reliability paramount for importers and exporters alike. Demand is particularly high in countries with extensive and developing rail networks.
What products fall under HS code 860729?
Mechanical brake assemblies, electromagnetic brake systems, hydraulic brake components, brake shoes (non-air), brake discs, brake cylinders, brake levers, friction materials for brakes
What are common misclassifications for HS code 860729?
This code can be confused with 860721 (air brakes and parts thereof) due to the general 'brakes' category, but the distinction lies in the exclusion of air brakes. It might also be confused with 860799 for general rolling stock parts if the component's specific braking function is not clearly identified.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 860729?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 860729 in UN Comtrade data were France ($83M, 28% of world exports), Germany ($52M) and the United States ($30M). World exports came to about $299M, 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 860729?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 860729 in UN Comtrade data were France ($85M, 22% of world imports), Germany ($36M) and Czechia ($28M). World imports came to about $387M, 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 860729 structured?
HS code 860729 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (86) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 860729?
In Brazil, HS code 860729 is NCM 8607.29.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.