Product classification

HS code for Coaster brakes: 8714.94

Cycles, parts thereof, brakes, including coaster braking hubs and hub-brakes, and parts thereof.

Classification of coaster brakes under HS 8714.94

Coaster brakes for cycles are classified under HS code 8714.94. This code is part of the broader category for parts and accessories of vehicles of headings 8711 to 8713, which includes bicycles and other non-motorized cycles. Specifically, 8714.94 covers brakes, including coaster braking hubs and hub-brakes, and their constituent parts. A coaster brake is a specialized hub for a bicycle that performs two functions: it allows the bicycle to roll without the pedals turning (coasting) and acts as a brake when the pedals are turned backward. Because the brake is integrated into the hub assembly, it is specifically named in this subheading. The classification is straightforward under GRI 1, as the product is explicitly mentioned in the subheading text. This classification ensures that bicycle components are taxed and regulated differently than automotive or motorcycle braking systems, which fall under different chapters or headings.

Covers
  • Coaster braking hubs
  • Internal hub brakes
  • Brake levers for bicycles
  • Caliper brakes for cycles
  • Brake cables and housings for bicycles
  • Parts of coaster brakes (springs, shoes, etc.)
Also under 8714.94
  • Shimano Brakes
  • SRAM Brakes
  • Tektro Brakes
  • Magura Brakes
  • Campagnolo Brakes

Codes often confused with 8714.94

Common mistake. Coaster brakes are sometimes misclassified under 8714.93, which covers hubs other than braking hubs. Since a coaster brake is a hub that contains a braking mechanism, it must be classified under 8714.94. Another common error is using 8714.10, which is reserved for motorcycle parts. It is essential to verify that the part is intended for a non-motorized cycle to remain within the 8714.9x subheadings.

8714.93Cycles; parts thereof, hubs (other than coaster braking hubs and hub brakes) and free-wheel sprocket-wheels8714.10Motorcycles (including mopeds); parts and accessories87.14Vehicles; parts and accessories of heading no. 8711 to 8713

Top exporters and importers of HS 871494 (the code used for coaster brakes), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 871494 (the code used for coaster brakes) in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 29% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 20% 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 871494, not only coaster brakes.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Japan $453M
  2. 2 Taiwan* ~$251M
  3. 3 China $220M

World total: $1.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Germany $299M
  2. 2 Singapore $178M
  3. 3 China $112M

World total: $1.5B 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 coaster brakes

Brazil splits HS 8714.94 into 2 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 coaster brakes

What is the HS code for Coaster brakes?

The HS code for Coaster brakes is 871494 (Cycles; parts thereof, brakes, including coaster braking hubs and hub-brakes, and parts thereof). The HS code for coaster brakes and coaster braking hubs for bicycles is 8714.94. This code also includes other types of bicycle brakes and their parts.

How do I classify Coaster brakes for customs?

Coaster brakes is classified under HS code 871494 — Cycles; parts thereof, brakes, including coaster braking hubs and hub-brakes, and parts thereof. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Does this code include motorcycle brakes?

No, motorcycle brakes and parts are classified under HS code 8714.10. Heading 8714.94 is strictly for parts of non-motorized cycles like bicycles and delivery tricycles.

Which countries are the top exporters of coaster brakes (HS 871494)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 871494 (the code used for coaster brakes) in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($453M, 29% of world exports), Taiwan (about $251M) and China ($220M). World exports came to about $1.6B, 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 coaster brakes (HS 871494)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 871494 (the code used for coaster brakes) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($299M, 20% of world imports), Singapore ($178M) and China ($112M). World imports came to about $1.5B, 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 Coaster brakes the same in all countries?

The base HS code 871494 for Coaster brakes 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 coaster brakes in Brazil?

Brazil splits HS 871494 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for coaster brakes depends on the product's details: 8714.94.10 (Cycle brake hubs), 8714.94.90 (Other cycle brakes and parts thereof).