HS Code for Safety belt

Safety seat belts for motor vehicles are classified under HS code 8708.21. As part of Chapter 87, which deals with vehicles and their components, heading 8708 covers parts and accessories. Subheading 8708.21 is specifically dedicated to safety seat belts. The classification is driven by the product's function as a safety component integrated into the body of a vehicle. Even though the belt is primarily composed of high-strength textile webbing, its classification is determined by its specific application in motor vehicles. This follows the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), where the specific use as a vehicle part takes precedence over the material composition (textile). The assembly usually includes the webbing, the retractor mechanism, the buckle, and the mounting hardware. All these components, when presented together as a seat belt assembly, fall under this specific code.

Products Included

• Three-point lap and shoulder belts
• Two-point lap belts for vehicles
• Retractable seat belt assemblies
• Pre-tensioner seat belt systems
• Child restraint system belts (vehicle integrated)

Common Misclassification

A common misclassification for safety belts is HS code 6307.90, which covers other made-up textile articles. While the belt is made of textile, GRI 1 and the Section XVII notes dictate that parts of vehicles are classified in Chapter 87. Another error is using HS code 9401.90, which covers parts of seats. Although seat belts are attached to or used with seats, the Harmonized System provides a specific subheading (8708.21) for safety belts, which must be used over the general seat parts category.

FAQ

What is the HS code for safety belt?

The HS code for safety seat belts designed for use in motor vehicles is 8708.21.

Does this code include industrial safety harnesses?

No, industrial safety harnesses for fall protection are typically classified under 6307.90 as made-up textile articles, as they are not parts of a motor vehicle.