HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8714.94 – Cycles; parts thereof, brakes, including coaster braking hubs and hub-brakes, and parts thereof
HS code 8714.94 is the 6-digit subheading for cycles, parts thereof, brakes, including coaster braking hubs and hub-brakes, and parts thereof. It is used for bicycle disc brakes, bicycle rim brakes, brake levers, brake calipers and brake pads.
What HS 8714.94 covers
This HS code is dedicated to bicycle brakes, including coaster braking hubs and hub-brakes, and their parts. Braking systems are paramount for rider safety and control, making this a highly regulated and technologically evolving segment of the bicycle component market. International trade involves a complex supply chain where specialized manufacturers, often from Asia and Europe, export a wide array of braking solutions to bicycle assemblers and aftermarket distributors globally. Importers range from large-scale bicycle factories to independent bike shops. Key trade considerations include the shift towards disc brakes, advancements in hydraulic systems, and the continuous development of lighter and more powerful braking components. Compliance with safety standards and certifications is also a critical aspect of trading these essential parts.
- Covers
- Bicycle disc brakes
- Bicycle rim brakes
- Brake levers
- Brake calipers
- Brake pads
- Brake rotors
- Coaster braking hubs
- Hydraulic brake sets
- Mechanical brake sets
- Examples
- Shimano Brakes
- SRAM Brakes
- Tektro Brakes
- Magura Brakes
- Campagnolo Brakes
Codes often confused with 8714.94
Common mistake. Can be confused with other bicycle parts (871499) if not clearly identified as braking components, or with non-bicycle specific braking systems.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 871494, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 871494 in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 29% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 20% 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 Japan $453M 29% of world exports
- 2 Taiwan* ~$251M 16% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 China $220M 14% of world exports
World total: $1.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $299M 20% of world imports
- 2 Singapore $178M 12% of world imports
- 3 China $112M 7.4% of world imports
World total: $1.5B 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 codes for 8714.94 2
Brazil splits HS 8714.94 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 8714.94.10 Cycle brake hubsCubos de freios (travões)
- 8714.94.90 Other cycle brakes and parts thereofOutros
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 8714.94
What is HS code 871494?
HS code 871494 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cycles; parts thereof, brakes, including coaster braking hubs and hub-brakes, and parts thereof. This HS code is dedicated to bicycle brakes, including coaster braking hubs and hub-brakes, and their parts. Braking systems are paramount for rider safety and control, making this a highly regulated and technologically evolving segment of the bicycle component market. International trade involves a complex supply chain where specialized manufacturers, often from Asia and Europe, export a wide array of braking solutions to bicycle assemblers and aftermarket distributors globally. Importers range from large-scale bicycle factories to independent bike shops. Key trade considerations include the shift towards disc brakes, advancements in hydraulic systems, and the continuous development of lighter and more powerful braking components. Compliance with safety standards and certifications is also a critical aspect of trading these essential parts.
What products fall under HS code 871494?
Bicycle disc brakes, bicycle rim brakes, brake levers, brake calipers, brake pads, brake rotors, coaster braking hubs, hydraulic brake sets, mechanical brake sets
What are common misclassifications for HS code 871494?
Can be confused with other bicycle parts (871499) if not clearly identified as braking components, or with non-bicycle specific braking systems.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 871494?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 871494 in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($453M, 29% of world exports), Taiwan (about $251M) and China ($220M). World exports came to about $1.6B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 871494?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 871494 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($299M, 20% of world imports), Singapore ($178M) and China ($112M). World imports came to about $1.5B, 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 871494 structured?
HS code 871494 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 (94) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 871494?
Brazil splits HS code 871494 into 2 NCM codes: 8714.94.10 (Cycle brake hubs), 8714.94.90 (Other cycle brakes and parts thereof). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.