Product classification
HS code for Train brakes: 8607.29
Railway or tramway locomotives or rolling stock, parts, brakes (other than air brakes) and parts thereof.
Classification of train brakes under HS 8607.29
Train brakes and their components are classified under HS code 8607.29 when they are not air brakes. Heading 8607 covers parts of railway or tramway locomotives or rolling stock. The Harmonized System splits braking equipment into two primary subheadings: 8607.21 for air brakes and 8607.29 for all other types of brakes and their parts. This classification includes mechanical, hydraulic, and vacuum braking systems. The determination is based on the mechanical nature of the braking force and the medium used to transmit that force. Because 8607.29 is a residual category for braking systems, it encompasses a wide variety of technologies used in older rolling stock, specialized industrial rail systems, and certain tramway models. To qualify for this code, the parts must be identifiable as being intended exclusively for rail use, such as brake shoes, levers, and cylinders that are not pneumatic. The classification follows GRI 1, which prioritizes the terms of the headings and subheadings.
- Covers
- Vacuum brake cylinders and valves
- Mechanical handbrake assemblies for wagons
- Hydraulic brake units for light rail
- Brake shoes and brake blocks
- Brake rigging and linkage components
- Also under 8607.29
- Knorr-Bremse mechanical brakes
- Faiveley Transport (Wabtec) hydraulic brake systems
- CRRC brake components
- Siemens Mobility brake parts
Codes often confused with 8607.29
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is with HS code 8607.21, which is strictly for air brakes (pneumatic systems). Since most modern trains use air brakes, 8607.21 is often used incorrectly for hydraulic or mechanical parts. Another error involves HS code 8708.30, which covers brakes for motor vehicles; however, Chapter 86 takes precedence for parts specifically designed for railway use. Furthermore, friction materials not yet mounted on a backing plate may be classified under 6813 if they are made of mineral substances or cellulose.
Top exporters and importers of HS 860729 (the code used for train brakes), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 860729 (the code used for train brakes) in UN Comtrade data was France, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, 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 860729, not only train brakes.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 France $83M 28% of world exports
- 2 Germany $52M 17% of world exports
- 3 United States $30M 10% of world exports
World total: $299M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $85M 22% of world imports
- 2 Germany $36M 9.3% of world imports
- 3 Czechia $28M 7.2% of world imports
World total: $387M 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 code for train brakes
Brazil classifies train brakes under NCM 8607.29.00: HS 8607.29 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about train brakes
What is the HS code for Train brakes?
The HS code for Train brakes is 860729 (Railway or tramway locomotives or rolling stock; parts, brakes (other than air brakes) and parts thereof). The HS code for train brakes (other than air brakes) and their parts is 8607.29.
How do I classify Train brakes for customs?
Train brakes is classified under HS code 860729 — Railway or tramway locomotives or rolling stock; parts, brakes (other than air brakes) and parts thereof. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are brake pads classified here?
Yes, if the brake pads or shoes are specifically designed for railway rolling stock and are not part of an air brake system, they are classified under 8607.29.
Which countries are the top exporters of train brakes (HS 860729)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 860729 (the code used for train brakes) in UN Comtrade data were France ($83M, 28% of world exports), Germany ($52M) and the United States ($30M). World exports came to about $299M, 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 train brakes (HS 860729)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 860729 (the code used for train brakes) in UN Comtrade data were France ($85M, 22% of world imports), Germany ($36M) and Czechia ($28M). World imports came to about $387M, 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 Train brakes the same in all countries?
The base HS code 860729 for Train 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 train brakes in Brazil?
In Brazil, train brakes (HS 860729) is classified under NCM 8607.29.00.