Product classification
HS code for Bike frames: 8714.99
Cycles, parts thereof, n.e.c. in item no. 8714.9.
Classification of bike frames under HS 8714.99
The classification of bicycle components under HS code 8714.99 serves as a residual category for parts and accessories of cycles that are not specifically named in other subheadings of 8714. While standard frames and forks are typically assigned to 8714.91, the code 8714.99 is used for a variety of "other" parts that do not fit the definitions of brakes (8714.94), hubs (8714.93), or pedals (8714.96). In some trade contexts, specialized frame accessories or frame-mounted components that are not part of the core structural triangle may be grouped here. This code is governed by the General Interpretative Rules, specifically the principle that when no specific subheading provides a description for a part, the residual "other" category must be utilized. This ensures that every component of a bicycle has a designated place within the Harmonized System. It is essential for importers to verify if a component is truly "not elsewhere classified" before defaulting to this code, as customs authorities prefer the most specific heading available.
- Covers
- Bicycle handlebars and stems
- Seat posts and saddles
- Derailleurs and gear shifters
- Chainsets and crank arms
- Frame protectors and specialized mounting brackets
- Also under 8714.99
- Ritchey Handlebars
- Thomson Seatposts
- Ergon Grips
- Zefal Bottle Cages
- KMC Chains (if not classified elsewhere)
Codes often confused with 8714.99
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification involves using 8714.99 for items that have their own specific subheadings. For example, bike brakes should be in 8714.94 and hubs in 8714.93. Using 8714.99 for these items is incorrect. Additionally, accessories like lights or speedometers are not classified here; lights fall under 8512 and speedometers under 9029, as they are considered electrical equipment or instruments rather than mechanical parts of the cycle.
Top exporters and importers of HS 871499 (the code used for bike frames), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 871499 (the code used for bike frames) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 18% 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 871499, not only bike frames.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.2B 25% of world exports
- 2 Taiwan* ~$1.1B 23% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Japan $333M 6.8% of world exports
World total: $4.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $840M 18% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $311M 6.7% of world imports
- 3 France $230M 4.9% of world imports
World total: $4.7B 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 frames
Brazil splits HS 8714.99 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8714.99.10Cycle gear-change mechanisms
- 8714.99.20Threadless cycle headsets
- 8714.99.90Other cycle parts and accessories
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about bike frames
What is the HS code for Bike frames?
The HS code for Bike frames is 871499 (Cycles; parts thereof, n.e.c. in item no. 8714.9). While standard frames are 8714.91, other miscellaneous cycle parts are classified under 8714.99.
How do I classify Bike frames for customs?
Bike frames is classified under HS code 871499 — Cycles; parts thereof, n.e.c. in item no. 8714.9. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What does n.e.c. mean in this classification?
N.E.C. stands for "not elsewhere classified," meaning this code is only for parts that do not have a specific named subheading in the 8714 group.
Which countries are the top exporters of bike frames (HS 871499)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 871499 (the code used for bike frames) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.2B, 25% of world exports), Taiwan (about $1.1B) and Japan ($333M). World exports came to about $4.9B, 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 bike frames (HS 871499)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 871499 (the code used for bike frames) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($840M, 18% of world imports), the Netherlands ($311M) and France ($230M). World imports came to about $4.7B, 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.
Is the HS code for Bike frames the same in all countries?
The base HS code 871499 for Bike frames 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 frames in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 871499 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for bike frames depends on the product's details: 8714.99.10 (Cycle gear-change mechanisms), 8714.99.20 (Threadless cycle headsets), 8714.99.90 (Other cycle parts and accessories).