Product classification
HS code for Car suspension: 8708.80
Vehicle parts, suspension systems and parts thereof (including shock-absorbers).
Classification of car suspension under HS 8708.80
The classification of car suspension systems under HS code 8708.80 is determined by the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) and the Section Notes for Section XVII of the Harmonized System. Specifically, heading 8708 covers parts and accessories of motor vehicles of headings 8701 to 8705. Suspension systems are essential components that manage the vehicle's contact with the road and provide stability. Under subheading 8708.80, the code specifically identifies suspension systems and parts thereof, including shock absorbers. This classification is based on the 'principal use' principle, where the components are designed solely or primarily for automotive applications. It is important to note that while individual springs might be classified elsewhere if imported as general hardware, when they are part of a dedicated suspension assembly or meet the specific technical requirements for vehicle suspension, they are categorized here. The legal notes for Chapter 87 ensure that these complex mechanical assemblies are grouped together to facilitate uniform international trade statistics and duty application.
- Covers
- Hydraulic and gas-filled shock absorbers
- MacPherson struts and strut assemblies
- Control arms (wishbones) and trailing arms
- Ball joints and suspension bushings
- Stabilizer bars (anti-roll bars) and their linkages
- Pneumatic suspension components (air springs)
- Suspension knuckles and spindles
- Also under 8708.80
- KYB Shock Absorbers
- Bilstein Suspension Systems
- Eibach Springs
- Monroe Struts
- Tenneco Suspension Components
Codes often confused with 8708.80
Common mistake. A frequent point of confusion involves HS code 7320, which covers iron or steel springs. If a coil or leaf spring is imported as a standalone item without specific automotive identifiers, it may be classified under 7320. However, if it is clearly identifiable as a vehicle part, 8708.80 is more specific. Another common error is using 8412.21 for hydraulic cylinders; while shock absorbers are hydraulic, they are specifically excluded from Chapter 84 when they are dedicated vehicle parts. Additionally, steering components are often confused with suspension, but steering systems fall under 8708.94.
Top exporters and importers of HS 870880 (the code used for car suspension), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 870880 (the code used for car suspension) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 22% 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 870880, not only car suspension.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $5.5B 20% of world exports
- 2 Germany $4.1B 15% of world exports
- 3 Mexico $2.5B 9.1% of world exports
World total: $27.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $5.9B 22% of world imports
- 2 Germany $3.2B 12% of world imports
- 3 Mexico $2.3B 8.3% of world imports
World total: $27.2B 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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. 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 car suspension
Brazil classifies car suspension under NCM 8708.80.00: HS 8708.80 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about car suspension
What is the HS code for Car suspension?
The HS code for Car suspension is 870880 (Vehicle parts; suspension systems and parts thereof (including shock-absorbers)). The primary HS code for car suspension systems and their parts, including shock absorbers, is 8708.80.
How do I classify Car suspension for customs?
Car suspension is classified under HS code 870880 — Vehicle parts; suspension systems and parts thereof (including shock-absorbers). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are air suspension bags classified under the same code?
Yes, air suspension bags and pneumatic bellows designed for vehicle suspension systems are generally classified under 8708.80 as parts of suspension systems.
Which countries are the top exporters of car suspension (HS 870880)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 870880 (the code used for car suspension) in UN Comtrade data were China ($5.5B, 20% of world exports), Germany ($4.1B) and Mexico ($2.5B). World exports came to about $27.8B, 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 car suspension (HS 870880)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 870880 (the code used for car suspension) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($5.9B, 22% of world imports), Germany ($3.2B) and Mexico ($2.3B). World imports came to about $27.2B, 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 Car suspension the same in all countries?
The base HS code 870880 for Car suspension 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 car suspension in Brazil?
In Brazil, car suspension (HS 870880) is classified under NCM 8708.80.00.