Product classification
HS code for Vehicle wheel: 8708.70
Vehicle parts, road wheels and parts and accessories thereof.
Classification of vehicle wheel under HS 8708.70
The classification of vehicle wheels under HS code 8708.70 is governed by the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System, specifically GRI 1 and 6. Heading 8708 covers parts and accessories of the motor vehicles of headings 8701 to 8705, which include tractors, passenger motor cars, and vehicles for the transport of goods. Subheading 8708.70 specifically identifies road wheels and their parts and accessories. This classification is appropriate because the wheel is an essential component of the vehicle's chassis and movement system. The determination is based on the product's objective characteristics and its dedicated use in motor vehicles. Whether the wheel is made of steel, aluminum alloy, or magnesium, it remains within this code as long as it is designed for the road vehicles specified in the chapter. The inclusion of parts such as wheel rims, hubs, and hubcaps under this same subheading further reinforces its role as the primary classification for wheel-related assemblies in the automotive industry.
- Covers
- Aluminum alloy wheels for passenger cars
- Steel rims for commercial trucks
- Wheel hubs for motor vehicles
- Decorative hubcaps and wheel trims
- Magnesium wheels for performance vehicles
- Balance weights for vehicle wheels
- Also under 8708.70
- BBS Alloy Wheels
- OZ Racing Wheels
- Enkei Wheels
- Ronal Wheels
- Michelin Steel Wheels (as OEM supplier)
Codes often confused with 8708.70
Common mistake. A frequent point of confusion involves wheels for vehicles not covered under headings 8701 to 8705. For instance, wheels for motorcycles or bicycles are classified under HS code 8714.10 or 8714.92, respectively. Additionally, wheels for trailers and semi-trailers fall under HS code 8716.90. Another common error is classifying industrial truck wheels (like those for forklifts) under 8708.70, whereas they should often be classified under 8431.20 as parts of machinery. It is vital to identify the specific vehicle type the wheel is designed for to avoid these errors.
Top exporters and importers of HS 870870 (the code used for vehicle wheel), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 870870 (the code used for vehicle wheel) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, 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 870870, not only vehicle wheel.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $7.0B 30% of world exports
- 2 Germany $2.4B 10% of world exports
- 3 Mexico $1.6B 7.0% of world exports
World total: $23.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $4.9B 22% of world imports
- 2 Germany $2.7B 13% of world imports
- 3 Japan $1.5B 6.9% of world imports
World total: $21.8B 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 vehicle wheel
Brazil splits HS 8708.70 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 8708.70.10Drive-axle wheels and parts, tractors and dumpers
- 8708.70.90Other road wheels, parts and accessories
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about vehicle wheel
What is the HS code for Vehicle wheel?
The HS code for Vehicle wheel is 870870 (Vehicle parts; road wheels and parts and accessories thereof). The HS code for road wheels and their parts and accessories for motor vehicles is 8708.70.
How do I classify Vehicle wheel for customs?
Vehicle wheel is classified under HS code 870870 — Vehicle parts; road wheels and parts and accessories thereof. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include the rubber tires?
No, rubber tires are classified separately under Chapter 40, specifically heading 4011 for new pneumatic tires and 4012 for retreaded or used tires, even if they are imported mounted on the wheels.
Which countries are the top exporters of vehicle wheel (HS 870870)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 870870 (the code used for vehicle wheel) in UN Comtrade data were China ($7.0B, 30% of world exports), Germany ($2.4B) and Mexico ($1.6B). World exports came to about $23.3B, 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 vehicle wheel (HS 870870)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 870870 (the code used for vehicle wheel) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($4.9B, 22% of world imports), Germany ($2.7B) and Japan ($1.5B). World imports came to about $21.8B, 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.
Is the HS code for Vehicle wheel the same in all countries?
The base HS code 870870 for Vehicle wheel 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 vehicle wheel in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 870870 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for vehicle wheel depends on the product's details: 8708.70.10 (Drive-axle wheels and parts, tractors and dumpers), 8708.70.90 (Other road wheels, parts and accessories).