Product classification

HS code for Bike hubs: 8714.93

Cycles, parts thereof, hubs (other than coaster braking hubs and hub brakes) and free-wheel sprocket-wheels.

Classification of bike hubs under HS 8714.93

Bike hubs are classified under HS code 8714.93, which specifically covers hubs (other than coaster braking hubs and hub brakes) and free-wheel sprocket-wheels. The hub is the central component of a bicycle wheel, housing the axle and bearings that allow the wheel to rotate. This classification is part of Chapter 87, which deals with vehicles and their parts. The distinction in 8714.93 is critical: it excludes any hub that incorporates a braking mechanism. Those are instead moved to 8714.94. The inclusion of free-wheel sprocket-wheels (often called freewheels or cassettes) in this subheading reflects the integrated nature of the rear hub and the drivetrain. Whether the hub is designed for a quick-release axle, a thru-axle, or a bolt-on configuration, and whether it is made of steel or high-performance aluminum, it remains within 8714.93 as long as it is a part of a bicycle and does not contain a brake.

Covers
  • Front wheel hubs for road and mountain bikes
  • Rear cassette hubs (without internal brakes)
  • Free-wheel sprocket-wheels (single or multi-speed)
  • Hub shells and internal axles
  • Sealed bearing hubs for high-performance cycles
Also under 8714.93
  • Shimano Hubs
  • SRAM Hubs
  • DT Swiss Hubs
  • Chris King Hubs
  • Hope Technology Hubs

Codes often confused with 8714.93

Common mistake. The most common misclassification for bike hubs is placing them under 8714.94. This happens when the distinction between a standard hub and a braking hub is ignored. If the hub contains an internal coaster brake or a drum brake, it must go to 8714.94. Another error is classifying the bearings inside the hub under 8482 (ball or roller bearings). While the bearings themselves are 8482, the complete hub assembly is always 8714.93. Similarly, free-wheel sprockets are sometimes confused with general transmission gears in 8483, but their specific design for bicycles keeps them in 8714.93.

8714.94Cycles; parts thereof, brakes, including coaster braking hubs and hub-brakes, and parts thereof84.82Ball or roller bearings84.83Transmission shafts (including cam and crank) and cranks; bearing housings and plain shaft bearings; gears and gearing; ball or roller screws; gear boxes and other speed changers; flywheels and pulleys; clutches and shaft couplings

Top exporters and importers of HS 871493 (the code used for bike hubs), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 871493 (the code used for bike hubs) in UN Comtrade data was Taiwan, with about 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 19% 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 871493, not only bike hubs.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Taiwan* ~$166M
  2. 2 China $160M
  3. 3 Japan $102M

World total: $848M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Germany $175M
  2. 2 Singapore $70M
  3. 3 Netherlands $61M

World total: $907M 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 hubs

Brazil splits HS 8714.93 into 3 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 hubs

What is the HS code for Bike hubs?

The HS code for Bike hubs is 871493 (Cycles; parts thereof, hubs (other than coaster braking hubs and hub brakes) and free-wheel sprocket-wheels). The HS code for standard bicycle hubs and free-wheel sprockets is 8714.93.

How do I classify Bike hubs for customs?

Bike hubs is classified under HS code 871493 — Cycles; parts thereof, hubs (other than coaster braking hubs and hub brakes) and free-wheel sprocket-wheels. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Are coaster hubs included in this code?

No, coaster hubs and any hubs with internal braking systems are classified under HS code 8714.94.

Which countries are the top exporters of bike hubs (HS 871493)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 871493 (the code used for bike hubs) in UN Comtrade data were Taiwan (about $166M, 20% of world exports), China ($160M) and Japan ($102M). World exports came to about $848M, 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 hubs (HS 871493)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 871493 (the code used for bike hubs) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($175M, 19% of world imports), Singapore ($70M) and the Netherlands ($61M). World imports came to about $907M, 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 hubs the same in all countries?

The base HS code 871493 for Bike hubs 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 hubs in Brazil?

Brazil splits HS 871493 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for bike hubs depends on the product's details: 8714.93.11 (Unthreaded cycle hubs for cassette sprockets), 8714.93.19 (Other cycle hubs, other than brake hubs), 8714.93.20 (Cycle free-wheel sprocket-wheels).