Product classification

HS code for Bike brakes: 8714.94

Cycles, parts thereof, brakes, including coaster braking hubs and hub-brakes, and parts thereof.

Classification of bike brakes under HS 8714.94

Bike brakes and their constituent parts are classified under HS code 8714.94. This classification falls under Chapter 87, which covers vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock, and specifically heading 8714, which is dedicated to parts and accessories of vehicles of headings 87.11 to 87.13 (motorcycles and cycles). The subheading 8714.94 is explicitly reserved for brakes, including coaster braking hubs and hub-brakes, and parts thereof. This classification applies to a wide range of braking technologies used in the cycling industry, from traditional rim brakes to modern hydraulic disc systems. The determination is based on the product's dedicated use as a component of a bicycle. Because these items are essential for the operation and safety of the vehicle, they are classified as parts rather than general-purpose hardware. The inclusion of coaster hubs in this code is a specific provision that separates them from standard hubs found in other subheadings.

Covers
  • Caliper rim brakes for road bicycles
  • Hydraulic disc brake calipers and rotors
  • Mechanical disc brake systems
  • Brake levers and adjustment bolts
  • Coaster braking hubs and internal hub brake assemblies
Also under 8714.94
  • Shimano Brakes
  • SRAM Brakes
  • Tektro Brakes
  • Magura Brakes
  • Campagnolo Brakes

Codes often confused with 8714.94

Common mistake. A common error is classifying bike brakes under HS code 8714.99, which is the residual category for "other" bicycle parts. However, since 8714.94 specifically mentions brakes, it must be used instead. Another misclassification occurs with brake cables, which are sometimes placed in 7312.10 (stranded wire/cables of iron or steel). If the cable is cut to length and fitted with end-attachments specifically for bicycle brakes, it should remain in 8714.94 as a part of the brake system.

8714.99Cycles; parts thereof, n.e.c. in item no. 8714.97312.10Iron or steel; stranded wire, ropes and cables, not electrically insulated

Top exporters and importers of HS 871494 (the code used for bike brakes), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 871494 (the code used for bike brakes) 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.

Figures cover everything classified under HS 871494, not only bike brakes.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Japan $453M
  2. 2 Taiwan* ~$251M
  3. 3 China $220M

World total: $1.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Germany $299M
  2. 2 Singapore $178M
  3. 3 China $112M

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 bike brakes

Brazil splits HS 8714.94 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about bike brakes

What is the HS code for Bike brakes?

The HS code for Bike brakes is 871494 (Cycles; parts thereof, brakes, including coaster braking hubs and hub-brakes, and parts thereof). The HS code for bike brakes and their associated parts is 8714.94.

How do I classify Bike brakes for customs?

Bike brakes is classified under HS code 871494 — Cycles; parts thereof, brakes, including coaster braking hubs and hub-brakes, and parts thereof. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Are brake pads classified under this code?

Yes, brake pads, whether made of rubber for rim brakes or sintered metal for disc brakes, are considered parts of brakes and fall under 8714.94.

Which countries are the top exporters of bike brakes (HS 871494)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 871494 (the code used for bike brakes) 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 bike brakes (HS 871494)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 871494 (the code used for bike brakes) 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.

Is the HS code for Bike brakes the same in all countries?

The base HS code 871494 for Bike brakes 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 bike brakes in Brazil?

Brazil splits HS 871494 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for bike brakes depends on the product's details: 8714.94.10 (Cycle brake hubs), 8714.94.90 (Other cycle brakes and parts thereof).