Product classification
HS code for Trailer wheels: 8716.90
Trailers, semi-trailers and other vehicles not mechanically propelled, parts thereof for heading no. 8716.
Classification of trailer wheels under HS 8716.90
Trailer wheels are classified under HS code 8716.90, which covers parts of trailers and semi-trailers. This classification is based on the intended use of the wheel as a component of a non-mechanically propelled vehicle. Under the Harmonized System, parts are generally classified with the machines or vehicles they are designed for, provided they are not excluded by Section or Chapter notes. Since wheels for trailers are distinct in design and load-bearing specifications from those used on motor vehicles, they are categorized under the parts heading for trailers. This includes the rim, the disc, and the hub assembly if sold as a unit for trailer application. The classification adheres to GRI 1 and the specific provisions for Chapter 87, which separates motor vehicle parts (8708) from trailer parts (8716).
- Covers
- Steel rims for utility trailers
- Aluminum alloy wheels for boat trailers
- Heavy-duty wheels for semi-trailers
- Hub and drum assemblies for trailer axles
- Spare wheels specifically for non-motorized campers
- Also under 8716.90
- SAF-Holland (axles, suspensions)
- JOST World (fifth wheels, landing gear)
- Dexter Axle (trailer axles, brakes)
- Meritor (trailer components)
- Optronics International (trailer lighting)
Codes often confused with 8716.90
Common mistake. The most common misclassification for trailer wheels is HS code 8708.70, which covers road wheels and parts and accessories thereof for motor vehicles. The distinction is critical: if the wheel is designed for a car, truck, or bus, it belongs in 8708.70; if it is designed for a trailer, it belongs in 8716.90. Additionally, rubber tires imported without the wheels are classified separately under Chapter 40 (specifically 4011), regardless of whether they are intended for a trailer or a motor vehicle.
Top exporters and importers of HS 871690 (the code used for trailer wheels), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 871690 (the code used for trailer wheels) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 15% 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 871690, not only trailer wheels.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $2.1B 20% of world exports
- 2 Germany $2.0B 19% of world exports
- 3 United States $1.2B 11% of world exports
World total: $10.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $1.7B 15% of world imports
- 2 United States $1.3B 12% of world imports
- 3 Mexico $690M 6.1% of world imports
World total: $11.2B 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 codes for trailer wheels
Brazil splits HS 8716.90 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8716.90.10Trailer and semi-trailer chassis
- 8716.90.90Other parts of trailers and non-propelled vehicles
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about trailer wheels
What is the HS code for Trailer wheels?
The HS code for Trailer wheels is 871690 (Trailers, semi-trailers and other vehicles not mechanically propelled; parts thereof for heading no. 8716). The HS code for wheels designed for trailers and semi-trailers is 8716.90.
How do I classify Trailer wheels for customs?
Trailer wheels is classified under HS code 871690 — Trailers, semi-trailers and other vehicles not mechanically propelled; parts thereof for heading no. 8716. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include the rubber tire?
No, if the wheel is imported with a tire mounted, the tire and wheel assembly may be classified together, but tires imported alone are classified under heading 4011.
Which countries are the top exporters of trailer wheels (HS 871690)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 871690 (the code used for trailer wheels) in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.1B, 20% of world exports), Germany ($2.0B) and the United States ($1.2B). World exports came to about $10.8B, 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 trailer wheels (HS 871690)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 871690 (the code used for trailer wheels) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($1.7B, 15% of world imports), the United States ($1.3B) and Mexico ($690M). World imports came to about $11.2B, 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 Trailer wheels the same in all countries?
The base HS code 871690 for Trailer wheels 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 trailer wheels in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 871690 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for trailer wheels depends on the product's details: 8716.90.10 (Trailer and semi-trailer chassis), 8716.90.90 (Other parts of trailers and non-propelled vehicles).