Product classification
HS code for Car wheel: 8708.70
Vehicle parts, road wheels and parts and accessories thereof.
Classification of car wheel under HS 8708.70
Car wheels and their associated parts are classified under HS code 8708.70. This classification is governed by the rules of Section XVII, which covers transport equipment. Heading 8708 is dedicated to parts and accessories of motor vehicles. Subheading 8708.70 specifically addresses road wheels and their parts and accessories. The classification is based on the function of the item as a structural component of the vehicle's drivetrain and chassis. Unlike tires, which are classified by material in Chapter 40, wheels are classified by their automotive application in Chapter 87. This includes the metal rim, the spokes (if applicable), and the central hub area. The HS code also encompasses decorative and functional accessories that are attached to the wheel, such as hubcaps. The determination of this code is usually based on the fact that the item is identifiable as being suitable for use solely or principally with the motor vehicles of headings 8701 to 8705.
- Covers
- Aluminum alloy wheels and rims
- Steel wheels and stamped rims
- Hubcaps and decorative wheel covers
- Wheel nuts, bolts, and lug nuts
- Wheel balance weights (if imported as wheel parts)
- Trim rings and center caps
- Also under 8708.70
- BBS Alloy Wheels
- OZ Racing Wheels
- Enkei Wheels
- Ronal Wheels
- Michelin Steel Wheels (as OEM supplier)
Codes often confused with 8708.70
Common mistake. A frequent error is classifying wheels under 7326 (other articles of iron or steel) or 7616 (other articles of aluminum). While wheels are made of these metals, the specific automotive heading 8708.70 takes precedence over general metal headings. Another common confusion is with HS code 8708.30, which covers brakes and parts thereof; while wheels and brakes are closely located, they are distinct systems. Additionally, as noted in tire classification, a wheel imported with a tire mounted on it is still generally classified under 8708.70, though the tire may sometimes be assessed separately depending on local customs regulations.
Top exporters and importers of HS 870870 (the code used for car wheel), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 870870 (the code used for car wheel) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 30% 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 870870, not only car wheel.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $7.0B 30% of world exports
- 2 Germany $2.4B 10% of world exports
- 3 Mexico $1.6B 7.0% of world exports
World total: $23.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $4.9B 22% of world imports
- 2 Germany $2.7B 13% of world imports
- 3 Japan $1.5B 6.9% of world imports
World total: $21.8B 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 codes for car wheel
Brazil splits HS 8708.70 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8708.70.10Drive-axle wheels and parts, tractors and dumpers
- 8708.70.90Other road wheels, parts and accessories
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about car wheel
What is the HS code for Car wheel?
The HS code for Car wheel is 870870 (Vehicle parts; road wheels and parts and accessories thereof). The HS code for road wheels and their parts and accessories for motor vehicles is 8708.70.
How do I classify Car wheel for customs?
Car wheel is classified under HS code 870870 — Vehicle parts; road wheels and parts and accessories thereof. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are wheel nuts and bolts included in this HS code?
Yes, wheel nuts and bolts specifically designed for securing car wheels are typically classified under 8708.70 as parts and accessories of wheels.
Which countries are the top exporters of car wheel (HS 870870)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 870870 (the code used for car wheel) in UN Comtrade data were China ($7.0B, 30% of world exports), Germany ($2.4B) and Mexico ($1.6B). World exports came to about $23.3B, 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 wheel (HS 870870)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 870870 (the code used for car wheel) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($4.9B, 22% of world imports), Germany ($2.7B) and Japan ($1.5B). World imports came to about $21.8B, 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.
Is the HS code for Car wheel the same in all countries?
The base HS code 870870 for Car wheel 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 wheel in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 870870 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for car wheel depends on the product's details: 8708.70.10 (Drive-axle wheels and parts, tractors and dumpers), 8708.70.90 (Other road wheels, parts and accessories).