Product classification
HS code for Vehicle window: 8708.22
Vehicles, parts and accessories, front windscreens (windshields), rear windows and other windows specified in subheading note 1 to this chapter.
Classification of vehicle window under HS 8708.22
Vehicle windows are classified under HS code 8708.22 when they are considered parts of the body (including cabs) for motor vehicles of headings 8701 to 8705. This classification is applied when the window glass has been further worked or assembled with other materials that give it the character of a vehicle part rather than just a glass product. According to the Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized System, this subheading includes front windscreens, rear windows, and side windows that are framed or equipped with heating elements, electrical connectors, or antenna arrays. The transition from Chapter 70 (Glass) to Chapter 87 (Vehicles) occurs when the glass is mounted in a frame of any material or is otherwise identifiable as a finished part of a vehicle body. This distinction is critical for customs compliance, as it shifts the product from a material-based classification to a functional, part-based classification.
- Covers
- Framed side windows for passenger cars
- Rear windows with integrated heating elements (defrosters)
- Windscreens with built-in sensors or cameras
- Windows with rubber or plastic seals attached
- Armored glass windows for security vehicles
- Also under 8708.22
- Pilkington Optiwhite Windshield
- Saint-Gobain Sekurit Side Glass
- AGC Automotive Rear Window
- Carlite Windshield
- Guardian Automotive Glass
Codes often confused with 8708.22
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 7007.21, which covers laminated safety glass of a size and shape suitable for vehicles. The primary difference is that 7007.21 applies to the glass itself without frames or significant attachments. Once a frame or electrical component is added, it must be moved to 8708.22. Additionally, windows for aircraft or vessels are classified under 8803 or 8908 respectively, and should not be confused with motor vehicle windows.
Top exporters and importers of HS 870822 (the code used for vehicle window), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 870822 (the code used for vehicle window) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 32% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 27% 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 870822, not only vehicle window.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.3B 32% of world exports
- 2 Germany $567M 14% of world exports
- 3 Mexico $421M 10% of world exports
World total: $4.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.2B 27% of world imports
- 2 Germany $741M 16% of world imports
- 3 Canada $214M 4.7% of world imports
World total: $4.6B 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 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 vehicle window
Brazil classifies vehicle window under NCM 8708.22.00: HS 8708.22 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about vehicle window
What is the HS code for Vehicle window?
The HS code for Vehicle window is 870822 (Vehicles; parts and accessories, front windscreens (windshields), rear windows and other windows specified in subheading note 1 to this chapter). The HS code for vehicle windows (windscreens and other windows) as parts of motor vehicle bodies is 8708.22.
How do I classify Vehicle window for customs?
Vehicle window is classified under HS code 870822 — Vehicles; parts and accessories, front windscreens (windshields), rear windows and other windows specified in subheading note 1 to this chapter. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are windows for tractors classified here?
Yes, windows that are parts of the cabs for tractors (heading 8701) are classified under 8708.22, provided they meet the criteria of being framed or otherwise identifiable as parts.
Which countries are the top exporters of vehicle window (HS 870822)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 870822 (the code used for vehicle window) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.3B, 32% of world exports), Germany ($567M) and Mexico ($421M). World exports came to about $4.0B, 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 window (HS 870822)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 870822 (the code used for vehicle window) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.2B, 27% of world imports), Germany ($741M) and Canada ($214M). World imports came to about $4.6B, 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 Vehicle window the same in all countries?
The base HS code 870822 for Vehicle window 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 window in Brazil?
In Brazil, vehicle window (HS 870822) is classified under NCM 8708.22.00.