Product classification
HS code for Scooter: 8711.20
Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles, fitted with an auxiliary motor, internal combustion piston engine, of cylinder capacity exceeding 50cc but not exceeding 250cc, with or without side-cars, side-cars.
Classification of scooter under HS 8711.20
Motorized scooters with an internal combustion piston engine displacement exceeding 50cc but not exceeding 250cc are classified under HS code 8711.20. This classification is governed by Chapter 87 of the Harmonized System, which covers vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock. The specific subheading 8711.20 is reserved for motorcycles, including mopeds and cycles fitted with an auxiliary motor, within this defined engine capacity range. The classification process involves verifying the engine type (reciprocating internal combustion) and the exact cylinder capacity. For instance, a standard 125cc or 150cc commuter scooter meets these criteria. The inclusion of "side-cars" in the description ensures that even three-wheeled configurations or those with attachments remain within this code, provided the engine displacement remains within the 50cc to 250cc threshold. This precise categorization allows customs authorities to apply appropriate excise duties and safety regulations specific to mid-range motorized two-wheelers, distinguishing them from low-powered mopeds and high-performance motorcycles.
- Covers
- Gas-powered scooters (125cc, 150cc, 200cc)
- Motorized mopeds with engines over 50cc
- Step-through motorcycles within the 50cc-250cc range
- Three-wheeled scooters with internal combustion engines
- Commuter motorbikes with auxiliary motors
- Also under 8711.20
- Honda CB125R
- Yamaha YZF-R15
- Kawasaki Ninja 250
- KTM 200 Duke
- Suzuki Gixxer 150
Codes often confused with 8711.20
Common mistake. Scooters are often misclassified under 8711.10 if the engine is exactly 50cc or less, or under 8711.30 if the engine exceeds 250cc. Another common error is using 8711.60, which is specifically for electric scooters. Importers must also avoid 9503.00, which is for toy scooters; a vehicle classified under 8711 must be intended for use on public roads and meet transport safety standards. Misidentifying the engine displacement can lead to significant differences in duty rates and import compliance requirements.
Top exporters and importers of HS 871120 (the code used for scooter), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 871120 (the code used for scooter) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 54% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Philippines, with 8.4% 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 871120, not only scooter.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $9.0B 54% of world exports
- 2 India $3.1B 19% of world exports
- 3 Indonesia $1.5B 9.2% of world exports
World total: $16.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Philippines $1.1B 8.4% of world imports
- 2 Togo* ~$728M 5.3% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Guatemala $503M 3.7% of world imports
World total: $13.6B 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. 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 scooter
Brazil splits HS 8711.20 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8711.20.10Motorcycles over 50 cc up to 125 cc
- 8711.20.20Motorcycles over 125 cc up to 250 cc
- 8711.20.90Other motorised cycles over 50 cc up to 250 cc
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about scooter
What is the HS code for Scooter?
The HS code for Scooter is 871120 (Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles; fitted with an auxiliary motor, internal combustion piston engine, of cylinder capacity exceeding 50cc but not exceeding 250cc, with or without side-cars; side-cars).
How do I classify Scooter for customs?
Scooter is classified under HS code 871120 — Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles; fitted with an auxiliary motor, internal combustion piston engine, of cylinder capacity exceeding 50cc but not exceeding 250cc, with or without side-cars; side-cars. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for a 125cc scooter?
A 125cc scooter with an internal combustion engine is classified under HS code 8711.20.
Are electric scooters classified under 8711.20?
No, electric scooters are classified under HS code 8711.60, as 8711.20 is specifically for internal combustion engines.
Which countries are the top exporters of scooter (HS 871120)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 871120 (the code used for scooter) in UN Comtrade data were China ($9.0B, 54% of world exports), India ($3.1B) and Indonesia ($1.5B). World exports came to about $16.7B, 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 scooter (HS 871120)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 871120 (the code used for scooter) in UN Comtrade data were the Philippines ($1.1B, 8.4% of world imports), Togo (about $728M) and Guatemala ($503M). World imports came to about $13.6B, 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.
Is the HS code for Scooter the same in all countries?
The base HS code 871120 for Scooter 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 scooter in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 871120 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for scooter depends on the product's details: 8711.20.10 (Motorcycles over 50 cc up to 125 cc), 8711.20.20 (Motorcycles over 125 cc up to 250 cc), 8711.20.90 (Other motorised cycles over 50 cc up to 250 cc).