Product classification
HS code for Bike seats: 8714.95
Cycles, parts thereof, saddles.
Classification of bike seats under HS 8714.95
Bicycle seats, technically referred to as saddles, are classified under HS code 8714.95. This classification is found within the section for bicycle parts and accessories. The Harmonized System distinguishes between general furniture (Chapter 94) and parts of vehicles (Chapter 87). Because a bicycle saddle is an integral part of the cycle's ergonomics and is not used as general-purpose seating, it is excluded from Chapter 94 and placed in 8714.95. This code covers the saddle itself, including the shell, padding, and cover. The classification is straightforward because the item has a specific, identifiable shape and mounting interface (the rails) that are unique to bicycle seat posts. The material used for the saddle cover, whether it is leather, synthetic fabric, or plastic, does not affect the classification under 8714.95, as the primary function remains providing a seat for a bicycle rider.
- Covers
- Racing bicycle saddles
- Gel-padded bicycle seats
- Leather bicycle saddles
- Mountain bike seats
- Child seats for bicycles (saddle-style)
- Bicycle saddle rails
- Also under 8714.95
- Fizik Saddles
- Selle Italia Saddles
- Brooks England Saddles
- Specialized Saddles
- WTB Saddles
Codes often confused with 8714.95
Common mistake. Bicycle seats are commonly misclassified under HS code 9401, which covers general seats and furniture. However, because these are specifically designed for bicycles, the cycle part heading 8714 takes precedence. It may also be confused with 8714.99, but 8714.95 is the more specific code for saddles and should always be used for compliance.
Top exporters and importers of HS 871495 (the code used for bike seats), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 871495 (the code used for bike seats) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 34% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 14% 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 871495, not only bike seats.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $130M 34% of world exports
- 2 Italy $102M 27% of world exports
- 3 Taiwan* ~$49M 13% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $379M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $47M 14% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $27M 8.4% of world imports
- 3 Italy $24M 7.4% of world imports
World total: $324M 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 bike seats
Brazil classifies bike seats under NCM 8714.95.00: HS 8714.95 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about bike seats
What is the HS code for Bike seats?
The HS code for Bike seats is 871495 (Cycles; parts thereof, saddles). The HS code for bike seats (saddles) is 8714.95, which is the specific code for cycle saddles.
How do I classify Bike seats for customs?
Bike seats is classified under HS code 871495 — Cycles; parts thereof, saddles. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are seat posts included in this classification?
No, seat posts (the tubes that hold the saddle) are generally classified under the residual code HS 8714.99 for other bicycle parts.
Which countries are the top exporters of bike seats (HS 871495)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 871495 (the code used for bike seats) in UN Comtrade data were China ($130M, 34% of world exports), Italy ($102M) and Taiwan (about $49M). World exports came to about $379M, 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 seats (HS 871495)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 871495 (the code used for bike seats) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($47M, 14% of world imports), the Netherlands ($27M) and Italy ($24M). World imports came to about $324M, 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 seats the same in all countries?
The base HS code 871495 for Bike seats 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 seats in Brazil?
In Brazil, bike seats (HS 871495) is classified under NCM 8714.95.00.