HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8708.93 – Vehicle parts; clutches and parts thereof
HS code 8708.93 is the 6-digit subheading for vehicle parts, clutches and parts thereof. It is used for clutch discs, pressure plates, release bearings, flywheels (often with clutches) and clutch kits.
What HS 8708.93 covers
This HS code encompasses clutches and their constituent parts, which are vital components in vehicles equipped with manual transmissions and certain automated manual transmissions. These parts are fundamental for engaging and disengaging power from the engine to the gearbox, allowing for smooth gear changes and efficient power transfer. The trade involves a global network of specialized manufacturers supplying original equipment to vehicle assembly lines and aftermarket parts to distributors and repair shops. Importers include automotive OEMs, independent parts wholesalers, and service centers requiring replacement components. Exporters are typically large-scale component manufacturers with advanced engineering capabilities. Key considerations are durability, torque capacity, material composition, and compatibility with various vehicle makes and models, ensuring reliable and safe vehicle operation across diverse markets.
- Covers
- Clutch discs
- Pressure plates
- Release bearings
- Flywheels (often with clutches)
- Clutch kits
- Clutch master cylinders
- Clutch slave cylinders
- Clutch forks
- Examples
- Valeo clutches
- ZF Sachs clutches
- Exedy clutches
- LUK clutches
- Aisin clutches
- BorgWarner clutch components
Codes often confused with 8708.93
Common mistake. Can be confused with 870840 (gearboxes and parts thereof) if the clutch is seen as an integral part of the transmission assembly rather than a distinct component, or 870899 (other parts and accessories) if its specific function as a clutch is overlooked. The distinction lies in its direct role in power transmission engagement.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 870893, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 870893 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 15% 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 Germany $2.8B 22% of world exports
- 2 China $1.2B 10% of world exports
- 3 United States $1.1B 8.9% of world exports
World total: $12.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.8B 15% of world imports
- 2 Germany $1.3B 11% of world imports
- 3 Mexico $964M 8.2% of world imports
World total: $11.8B 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 8708.93
Brazil does not split HS 8708.93: its NCM code is 8708.93.00.
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 8708.93
What is HS code 870893?
HS code 870893 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Vehicle parts; clutches and parts thereof. This HS code encompasses clutches and their constituent parts, which are vital components in vehicles equipped with manual transmissions and certain automated manual transmissions. These parts are fundamental for engaging and disengaging power from the engine to the gearbox, allowing for smooth gear changes and efficient power transfer. The trade involves a global network of specialized manufacturers supplying original equipment to vehicle assembly lines and aftermarket parts to distributors and repair shops. Importers include automotive OEMs, independent parts wholesalers, and service centers requiring replacement components. Exporters are typically large-scale component manufacturers with advanced engineering capabilities. Key considerations are durability, torque capacity, material composition, and compatibility with various vehicle makes and models, ensuring reliable and safe vehicle operation across diverse markets.
What products fall under HS code 870893?
Clutch discs, Pressure plates, Release bearings, Flywheels (often with clutches), Clutch kits, Clutch master cylinders, Clutch slave cylinders, Clutch forks
What are common misclassifications for HS code 870893?
Can be confused with 870840 (gearboxes and parts thereof) if the clutch is seen as an integral part of the transmission assembly rather than a distinct component, or 870899 (other parts and accessories) if its specific function as a clutch is overlooked. The distinction lies in its direct role in power transmission engagement.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 870893?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 870893 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($2.8B, 22% of world exports), China ($1.2B) and the United States ($1.1B). World exports came to about $12.4B, 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 870893?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 870893 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.8B, 15% of world imports), Germany ($1.3B) and Mexico ($964M). World imports came to about $11.8B, 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 870893 structured?
HS code 870893 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 (93) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 870893?
In Brazil, HS code 870893 is NCM 8708.93.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.