HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8708.10 – Vehicles; bumpers and parts thereof, for the vehicles of heading no. 8701 to 8705
HS code 8708.10 is the 6-digit subheading for vehicles, bumpers and parts thereof, for the vehicles of heading no. 8701 to 8705. It is used for front bumpers, rear bumpers, bumper covers, bumper reinforcements and bumper brackets.
What HS 8708.10 covers
This HS code covers bumpers and their parts, specifically designed for the broad range of motor vehicles classified under headings 8701 (tractors), 8702 (public-transport vehicles), 8703 (passenger cars), 8704 (goods transport vehicles), and 8705 (special purpose vehicles). Bumpers are critical safety components, absorbing impact during collisions and protecting the vehicle's structure and occupants. They also contribute significantly to a vehicle's aesthetic design. Importers include automotive assembly plants, aftermarket parts distributors, and vehicle repair shops globally. Exporters are typically countries with advanced automotive parts manufacturing capabilities, often leveraging specialized plastics, metals, and composite materials. Key trade factors involve material strength, design compatibility with specific vehicle models, compliance with international safety standards (e.g., crash test regulations), and cost-effectiveness. The market is driven by new vehicle production and the demand for replacement parts.
- Covers
- Front bumpers
- Rear bumpers
- Bumper covers
- Bumper reinforcements
- Bumper brackets
- Energy absorbers
- Bumper fascias
- Chrome bumpers
- Examples
- Ford F-150 bumper
- Toyota Camry bumper
- Volvo truck bumper
- Tesla Model Y bumper
- Mercedes-Benz S-Class bumper
Codes often confused with 8708.10
Common mistake. This code is specific to bumpers and their parts; it should not be confused with other parts of bodies (e.g., 870829 for other body parts) or general plastic/metal articles if not clearly identifiable as bumper parts.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 870810, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 870810 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 17% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 16% of world imports. Taiwan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 3.3% of its exports here ($19M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $1.7B 17% of world exports
- 2 China $951M 9.4% of world exports
- 3 Czechia $710M 7.0% of world exports
Taiwan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 3.3% of its exports here ($19M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $10.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.5B 16% of world imports
- 2 Germany $1.3B 14% of world imports
- 3 Canada $393M 4.0% of world imports
World total: $9.9B 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 8708.10
Brazil does not split HS 8708.10: its NCM code is 8708.10.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 87.08 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8708.10
What is HS code 870810?
HS code 870810 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Vehicles; bumpers and parts thereof, for the vehicles of heading no. 8701 to 8705. This HS code covers bumpers and their parts, specifically designed for the broad range of motor vehicles classified under headings 8701 (tractors), 8702 (public-transport vehicles), 8703 (passenger cars), 8704 (goods transport vehicles), and 8705 (special purpose vehicles). Bumpers are critical safety components, absorbing impact during collisions and protecting the vehicle's structure and occupants. They also contribute significantly to a vehicle's aesthetic design. Importers include automotive assembly plants, aftermarket parts distributors, and vehicle repair shops globally. Exporters are typically countries with advanced automotive parts manufacturing capabilities, often leveraging specialized plastics, metals, and composite materials. Key trade factors involve material strength, design compatibility with specific vehicle models, compliance with international safety standards (e.g., crash test regulations), and cost-effectiveness. The market is driven by new vehicle production and the demand for replacement parts.
What products fall under HS code 870810?
Front bumpers, rear bumpers, bumper covers, bumper reinforcements, bumper brackets, energy absorbers, bumper fascias, chrome bumpers
What are common misclassifications for HS code 870810?
This code is specific to bumpers and their parts; it should not be confused with other parts of bodies (e.g., 870829 for other body parts) or general plastic/metal articles if not clearly identifiable as bumper parts.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 870810?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 870810 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($1.7B, 17% of world exports), China ($951M) and Czechia ($710M). World exports came to about $10.1B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Taiwan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 3.3% of its exports here ($19M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 870810?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 870810 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.5B, 16% of world imports), Germany ($1.3B) and Canada ($393M). World imports came to about $9.9B, 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 870810 structured?
HS code 870810 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (87) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) 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 870810?
In Brazil, HS code 870810 is NCM 8708.10.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.