HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8708.22 – Vehicles; parts and accessories, front windscreens (windshields), rear windows and other windows specified in subheading note 1 to this chapter
HS code 8708.22 is the 6-digit subheading for vehicles, parts and accessories, front windscreens (windshields), rear windows and other windows specified in subheading note 1 to this chapter. It is used for laminated windshields, tempered rear windows, side door glass, quarter panel glass and sunroof glass.
What HS 8708.22 covers
This HS code covers the specialized trade of automotive glass, specifically front windscreens, rear windows, and other specified vehicle windows. It's a crucial segment within the broader automotive parts industry, driven by both new vehicle manufacturing and the aftermarket for repairs and replacements. Major vehicle manufacturers (OEMs) are significant importers, sourcing these components globally for assembly lines, while independent distributors and repair shops drive the aftermarket demand. Key considerations in this trade include safety standards, material technology (e.g., laminated vs. tempered glass, acoustic properties), and precise fitment for various car models. The global supply chain for automotive glass is highly integrated, with specialized manufacturers often supplying multiple car brands. Quality control, impact resistance, and optical clarity are paramount, making this a high-value, high-specification trade. Environmental factors, such as lightweighting for fuel efficiency, also influence product development and trade patterns.
- Covers
- Laminated windshields
- Tempered rear windows
- Side door glass
- Quarter panel glass
- Sunroof glass
- Acoustic windshields
- Heated rear windows
- Examples
- Pilkington Optiwhite Windshield
- Saint-Gobain Sekurit Side Glass
- AGC Automotive Rear Window
- Carlite Windshield
- Guardian Automotive Glass
Codes often confused with 8708.22
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 7007 (Safety glass) or 7009 (Glass mirrors), but 870822 specifically covers windows for vehicles as parts and accessories, not general safety glass or mirrors.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 870822, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 870822 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 32% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 27% 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 $1.3B 32% of world exports
- 2 Germany $567M 14% of world exports
- 3 Mexico $421M 10% of world exports
World total: $4.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.2B 27% of world imports
- 2 Germany $741M 16% of world imports
- 3 Canada $214M 4.7% of world imports
World total: $4.6B 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 8708.22
Brazil does not split HS 8708.22: its NCM code is 8708.22.00.
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 8708.22
What is HS code 870822?
HS code 870822 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Vehicles; parts and accessories, front windscreens (windshields), rear windows and other windows specified in subheading note 1 to this chapter. This HS code covers the specialized trade of automotive glass, specifically front windscreens, rear windows, and other specified vehicle windows. It's a crucial segment within the broader automotive parts industry, driven by both new vehicle manufacturing and the aftermarket for repairs and replacements. Major vehicle manufacturers (OEMs) are significant importers, sourcing these components globally for assembly lines, while independent distributors and repair shops drive the aftermarket demand. Key considerations in this trade include safety standards, material technology (e.g., laminated vs. tempered glass, acoustic properties), and precise fitment for various car models. The global supply chain for automotive glass is highly integrated, with specialized manufacturers often supplying multiple car brands. Quality control, impact resistance, and optical clarity are paramount, making this a high-value, high-specification trade. Environmental factors, such as lightweighting for fuel efficiency, also influence product development and trade patterns.
What products fall under HS code 870822?
Laminated windshields, Tempered rear windows, Side door glass, Quarter panel glass, Sunroof glass, Acoustic windshields, Heated rear windows
What are common misclassifications for HS code 870822?
This code can be confused with 7007 (Safety glass) or 7009 (Glass mirrors), but 870822 specifically covers windows for vehicles as parts and accessories, not general safety glass or mirrors.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 870822?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 870822 in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.3B, 32% of world exports), Germany ($567M) and Mexico ($421M). World exports came to about $4.0B, 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 870822?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 870822 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.2B, 27% of world imports), Germany ($741M) and Canada ($214M). World imports came to about $4.6B, 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 870822 structured?
HS code 870822 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 (22) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 870822?
In Brazil, HS code 870822 is NCM 8708.22.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.