HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8708.91 – Vehicle parts; radiators and parts thereof
HS code 8708.91 is the 6-digit subheading for vehicle parts, radiators and parts thereof. It is used for engine radiators, radiator cores, radiator tanks, radiator caps and radiator hoses (when sold with radiator).
What HS 8708.91 covers
This HS code specifically covers the international trade of vehicle radiators and their associated parts. Radiators are essential components of a vehicle's cooling system, responsible for dissipating heat from the engine to prevent overheating, making this a critical segment for internal combustion engine vehicles. Trade is driven by both original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) for new vehicle assembly and a significant aftermarket for replacements and repairs. Importers include vehicle assembly plants, automotive parts distributors, and repair shops. Exporters are often specialized manufacturers producing radiators from materials like aluminum or copper, designed for various vehicle types and engine sizes. Key considerations in this trade include cooling efficiency, material durability, corrosion resistance, and precise fitment. The shift towards electric vehicles is gradually impacting this sector, though traditional radiators remain crucial for hybrid and conventional powertrains, as well as for battery cooling in some EVs.
- Covers
- Engine radiators
- Radiator cores
- Radiator tanks
- Radiator caps
- Radiator hoses (when sold with radiator)
- Cooling fans (when integrated)
- Oil coolers (when integrated)
- Intercoolers (when integrated)
- Examples
- Denso Radiators
- Valeo Cooling Systems
- Behr Hella Service Radiators
- Spectra Premium Radiators
- Mishimoto Performance Radiators
Codes often confused with 8708.91
Common mistake. This code might be confused with 870899 (Other parts) if the cooling component is generic, or with 8419 (Machinery for heating/cooling) if not clearly automotive, but 870891 is specific to vehicle radiators.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 870891, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 870891 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% 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 $2.5B 27% of world exports
- 2 Poland $1.0B 11% of world exports
- 3 Germany $961M 10% of world exports
World total: $9.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.5B 17% of world imports
- 2 Germany $1.3B 15% of world imports
- 3 Mexico $441M 5.1% of world imports
World total: $8.6B 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 8708.91
Brazil does not split HS 8708.91: its NCM code is 8708.91.00.
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 8708.91
What is HS code 870891?
HS code 870891 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Vehicle parts; radiators and parts thereof. This HS code specifically covers the international trade of vehicle radiators and their associated parts. Radiators are essential components of a vehicle's cooling system, responsible for dissipating heat from the engine to prevent overheating, making this a critical segment for internal combustion engine vehicles. Trade is driven by both original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) for new vehicle assembly and a significant aftermarket for replacements and repairs. Importers include vehicle assembly plants, automotive parts distributors, and repair shops. Exporters are often specialized manufacturers producing radiators from materials like aluminum or copper, designed for various vehicle types and engine sizes. Key considerations in this trade include cooling efficiency, material durability, corrosion resistance, and precise fitment. The shift towards electric vehicles is gradually impacting this sector, though traditional radiators remain crucial for hybrid and conventional powertrains, as well as for battery cooling in some EVs.
What products fall under HS code 870891?
Engine radiators, Radiator cores, Radiator tanks, Radiator caps, Radiator hoses (when sold with radiator), Cooling fans (when integrated), Oil coolers (when integrated), Intercoolers (when integrated)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 870891?
This code might be confused with 870899 (Other parts) if the cooling component is generic, or with 8419 (Machinery for heating/cooling) if not clearly automotive, but 870891 is specific to vehicle radiators.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 870891?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 870891 in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.5B, 27% of world exports), Poland ($1.0B) and Germany ($961M). World exports came to about $9.2B, 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 870891?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 870891 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.5B, 17% of world imports), Germany ($1.3B) and Mexico ($441M). World imports came to about $8.6B, 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 870891 structured?
HS code 870891 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 (91) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 870891?
In Brazil, HS code 870891 is NCM 8708.91.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.