HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 8714.91 – Cycles; frames and forks, and parts thereof

HS code 8714.91 is the 6-digit subheading for cycles, frames and forks, and parts thereof. It is used for bicycle frames (carbon, aluminum, steel), suspension forks, rigid forks, seatstays and chainstays.

What HS 8714.91 covers

This HS code specifically covers frames and forks, and parts thereof, for bicycles and other non-motorized cycles. These components are the foundational structure of a bicycle, determining its strength, weight, handling characteristics, and overall performance. The global trade in bicycle frames and forks is a massive industry, with specialized manufacturing processes involving various materials like steel, aluminum, carbon fiber, and titanium. Major exporters are predominantly Asian countries, particularly Taiwan and China, which are global leaders in advanced bicycle component manufacturing. Importers are bicycle assembly plants and distributors worldwide, especially in Europe and North America. Key factors include material science, manufacturing precision, design innovation, and the impact of tariffs on component sourcing.

Covers
  • Bicycle frames (carbon, aluminum, steel)
  • Suspension forks
  • Rigid forks
  • Seatstays
  • Chainstays
  • Dropouts
  • Head tubes
Examples
  • Giant TCR Advanced Frame
  • Specialized S-Works Tarmac Frame
  • RockShox Pike Fork
  • Fox 36 Fork
  • Enve Carbon Fork

Codes often confused with 8714.91

Common mistake. This code can be confused with frames and forks for motorcycles (871410) or other vehicle chassis parts (e.g., 8708 for motor vehicles). The crucial distinction is that these are specifically for 'cycles, not motorized'.

8714.10Motorcycles (including mopeds); parts and accessories87.08Motor vehicles; parts and accessories, of heading no. 8701 to 8705

Top exporters and importers of HS code 871491, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 871491 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 47% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 24% 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. 1 China $1.4B
  2. 2 Taiwan* ~$663M
  3. 3 Vietnam* ~$217M

World total: $2.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Germany $707M
  2. 2 Taiwan* ~$217M
  3. 3 Netherlands $189M

World total: $3.0B 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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. UN Comtrade records Taiwan as "Other Asia, not elsewhere specified". Saudi Arabia's exports under that code are left out: they are far too large to be trade with Taiwan, so mostly undisclosed partners. 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 8714.91

Brazil does not split HS 8714.91: its NCM code is 8714.91.00.

  1. 8714.91.00 Cycle frames and forks, and parts thereofQuadros e garfos, e suas partes

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 87.14 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 8714.91

What is HS code 871491?

HS code 871491 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cycles; frames and forks, and parts thereof. This HS code specifically covers frames and forks, and parts thereof, for bicycles and other non-motorized cycles. These components are the foundational structure of a bicycle, determining its strength, weight, handling characteristics, and overall performance. The global trade in bicycle frames and forks is a massive industry, with specialized manufacturing processes involving various materials like steel, aluminum, carbon fiber, and titanium. Major exporters are predominantly Asian countries, particularly Taiwan and China, which are global leaders in advanced bicycle component manufacturing. Importers are bicycle assembly plants and distributors worldwide, especially in Europe and North America. Key factors include material science, manufacturing precision, design innovation, and the impact of tariffs on component sourcing.

What products fall under HS code 871491?

Bicycle frames (carbon, aluminum, steel), suspension forks, rigid forks, seatstays, chainstays, dropouts, head tubes

What are common misclassifications for HS code 871491?

This code can be confused with frames and forks for motorcycles (871410) or other vehicle chassis parts (e.g., 8708 for motor vehicles). The crucial distinction is that these are specifically for 'cycles, not motorized'.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 871491?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 871491 in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.4B, 47% of world exports), Taiwan (about $663M) and Vietnam (about $217M). World exports came to about $2.9B, 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.

Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 871491?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 871491 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($707M, 24% of world imports), Taiwan (about $217M) and the Netherlands ($189M). World imports came to about $3.0B, 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.

How is HS code 871491 structured?

HS code 871491 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (87) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (14) 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 871491?

In Brazil, HS code 871491 is NCM 8714.91.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.