HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8708.99 – Vehicle parts and accessories; n.e.c. in heading no. 8708
HS code 8708.99 is the 6-digit subheading for vehicle parts and accessories, n.e.c. in heading no. 8708. It is used for door handles, window regulators, sun visors, glove compartments and interior trim panels.
What HS 8708.99 covers
This 'not elsewhere specified' (n.e.c.) HS code serves as a broad category for vehicle parts and accessories that don't fit into more specific subheadings within 8708. It encompasses a vast array of components, from interior trim to exterior body parts, excluding major systems like brakes, gearboxes, or axles. The trade under this code is incredibly diverse, reflecting the complexity of automotive manufacturing and the extensive aftermarket for replacement and customization parts. Importers and exporters span virtually all countries with automotive industries or significant vehicle populations. Key things to know include the challenge of accurate classification due to its residual nature, the impact of regional design preferences, and the role of both OEM suppliers and independent aftermarket manufacturers. This code highlights the fragmented yet interconnected nature of the global automotive supply chain.
- Covers
- Door handles
- Window regulators
- Sun visors
- Glove compartments
- Interior trim panels
- Exterior mirrors (non-rearview)
- Windshield wiper arms
- Car mats
- Examples
- Magna International door modules
- Hella lighting components (if not specific to 8512)
- Faurecia interior systems
- Bosch sensors (if not specific to 85xx)
- Valeo wiper systems
Codes often confused with 8708.99
Common mistake. This code is a residual category, so misclassification often occurs when a part *does* fit a more specific 8708 subheading (e.g., 870894 for steering parts, 870895 for airbags). Always check specific subheadings first.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 870899, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 870899 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 14% 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 United States $13.7B 14% of world exports
- 2 China $10.1B 10% of world exports
- 3 Germany $7.6B 7.7% of world exports
World total: $98.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $16.3B 17% of world imports
- 2 Germany $8.0B 8.3% of world imports
- 3 France $6.6B 6.9% of world imports
World total: $96.1B 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 codes for 8708.99 2
Brazil splits HS 8708.99 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 8708.99.10 Driving controls for disabled personsDispositivos para comando de acelerador, freio (travão), embreagem, direção ou caixa de marchas mesmo os de adaptação dos preexistentes, do tipo utilizado por pessoas incapacitadas
- 8708.99.90 Other motor vehicle parts and accessoriesOutros
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 8708.99
What is HS code 870899?
HS code 870899 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Vehicle parts and accessories; n.e.c. in heading no. 8708. This 'not elsewhere specified' (n.e.c.) HS code serves as a broad category for vehicle parts and accessories that don't fit into more specific subheadings within 8708. It encompasses a vast array of components, from interior trim to exterior body parts, excluding major systems like brakes, gearboxes, or axles. The trade under this code is incredibly diverse, reflecting the complexity of automotive manufacturing and the extensive aftermarket for replacement and customization parts. Importers and exporters span virtually all countries with automotive industries or significant vehicle populations. Key things to know include the challenge of accurate classification due to its residual nature, the impact of regional design preferences, and the role of both OEM suppliers and independent aftermarket manufacturers. This code highlights the fragmented yet interconnected nature of the global automotive supply chain.
What products fall under HS code 870899?
Door handles, window regulators, sun visors, glove compartments, interior trim panels, exterior mirrors (non-rearview), windshield wiper arms, car mats
What are common misclassifications for HS code 870899?
This code is a residual category, so misclassification often occurs when a part *does* fit a more specific 8708 subheading (e.g., 870894 for steering parts, 870895 for airbags). Always check specific subheadings first.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 870899?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 870899 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($13.7B, 14% of world exports), China ($10.1B) and Germany ($7.6B). World exports came to about $98.7B, 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 870899?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 870899 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($16.3B, 17% of world imports), Germany ($8.0B) and France ($6.6B). World imports came to about $96.1B, 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 870899 structured?
HS code 870899 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 (99) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 870899?
Brazil splits HS code 870899 into 2 NCM codes: 8708.99.10 (Driving controls for disabled persons), 8708.99.90 (Other motor vehicle parts and accessories). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.