Product classification
HS code for Bicycle spokes: 8714.92
Cycles, parts thereof, wheel rims and spokes.
Classification of bicycle spokes under HS 8714.92
Bicycle spokes are classified under HS code 8714.92. This code is part of the broader heading 87.14, which encompasses parts and accessories of bicycles and other cycles. Subheading 8714.92 specifically identifies wheel rims and spokes. The classification follows GIR 1, as the product is a clearly identifiable part of a cycle wheel. Spokes are the tensioned wires that connect the wheel hub to the rim, and they are essential for the structural integrity of the bicycle wheel. The classification applies to spokes of all materials, most commonly stainless steel or carbon steel, and all shapes, including standard round, butted, or aerodynamic bladed profiles. Because they are dedicated solely for use in cycle wheels, they are correctly placed in Chapter 87 rather than the general hardware chapters of the Harmonized System.
- Covers
- Stainless steel J-bend spokes
- Straight-pull bicycle spokes
- Bladed (aerodynamic) spokes
- Spoke nipples (when imported with spokes or as parts of the wheel assembly)
- Butted spokes (single, double, or triple butted)
- Also under 8714.92
- DT Swiss Rims
- Mavic Rims
- Sapim Spokes
- Zipp Rims
- Enve Rims
Codes often confused with 8714.92
Common mistake. A common error is classifying bicycle spokes under 7318.15 or 7318.19, which cover screws, bolts, and similar threaded articles of iron or steel. While spokes are threaded at one end, they are not considered "parts of general use" because their design and function are specific to cycle wheels. Section XV Note 2 defines parts of general use, and Section XVII Note 2(b) excludes them from Chapter 87. However, spokes are not typically considered parts of general use in the same vein as standard bolts. Another misclassification is 8714.99, but since 8714.92 explicitly mentions spokes, the more specific code must be used per GIR 6.
Top exporters and importers of HS 871492 (the code used for bicycle spokes), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 871492 (the code used for bicycle spokes) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 42% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 11% of world imports. Taiwan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 2.5% of its imports here ($2.0M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 871492, not only bicycle spokes.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $276M 42% of world exports
- 2 Taiwan* ~$103M 15% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Belgium $29M 4.3% of world exports
World total: $662M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $71M 11% of world imports
- 2 Taiwan* ~$70M 11% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Poland $48M 7.4% of world imports
Taiwan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 2.5% of its imports here ($2.0M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
World total: $649M 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 bicycle spokes
Brazil classifies bicycle spokes under NCM 8714.92.00: HS 8714.92 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about bicycle spokes
What is the HS code for Bicycle spokes?
The HS code for Bicycle spokes is 871492 (Cycles; parts thereof, wheel rims and spokes). The HS code for bicycle spokes is 8714.92, which covers wheel rims and spokes for cycles.
How do I classify Bicycle spokes for customs?
Bicycle spokes is classified under HS code 871492 — Cycles; parts thereof, wheel rims and spokes. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are spoke nipples included in this HS code?
Yes, spoke nipples are generally classified under 8714.92 as parts of spokes or wheel components, though they may occasionally be seen in 8714.99 if sold separately in bulk.
Which countries are the top exporters of bicycle spokes (HS 871492)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 871492 (the code used for bicycle spokes) in UN Comtrade data were China ($276M, 42% of world exports), Taiwan (about $103M) and Belgium ($29M). World exports came to about $662M, 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 bicycle spokes (HS 871492)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 871492 (the code used for bicycle spokes) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($71M, 11% of world imports), Taiwan (about $70M) and Poland ($48M). World imports came to about $649M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Taiwan did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 2.5% of its imports here ($2.0M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
Is the HS code for Bicycle spokes the same in all countries?
The base HS code 871492 for Bicycle spokes is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for bicycle spokes in Brazil?
In Brazil, bicycle spokes (HS 871492) is classified under NCM 8714.92.00.