Chapter 87 covers vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof, including motor vehicles, tractors, motorcycles, bicycles, wheelchairs, etc. The core of this chapter is transport vehicles and their dedicated parts, but not all vehicle parts are classified in this chapter. It must be determined based on whether the part is dedicated to a certain type of vehicle and whether there is a more specific heading in another chapter. Heading 8708 covers parts and accessories of motor vehicles (headings 8701 to 8705), including bumpers, brakes, gearboxes, drive axles, wheels, suspension systems, radiators, etc. However, note that this heading only includes parts dedicated to or principally used with motor vehicles. General-purpose parts (such as bolts and springs), if not specifically named, may be classified in other chapters. The first 2 digits 87 = chapter for vehicles and their parts; digits 3-4 08 = heading for parts and accessories of motor vehicles; digits 5-6 19 = subheading 'other parts of bumpers'. Specifically, 8708.10 is bumpers, and 8708.19 is other parts of bumpers (that is, bumper components other than the bumper itself, such as brackets, energy-absorbing boxes, grilles, etc.). Therefore, 870819 specifically refers to parts of bumpers, not complete bumpers. The goods are parts of bumpers, not complete bumpers. Complete bumpers are classified under 8708.10, while parts of bumpers, if not specifically named in other subheadings, are classified under 8708.19. In addition, if the parts are general plastic articles or metal articles, they may be classified in Chapter 39 or Chapter 73, but because they are dedicated to motor vehicle bumpers, they are preferentially classified under 8708.19.
Chapter
Chapter 87 covers vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof, including motor vehicles, tractors, motorcycles, bicycles, wheelchairs, etc. The core of this chapter is transport vehicles and their dedicated parts, but not all vehicle parts are classified in this chapter. It must be determined based on whether the part is dedicated to a certain type of vehicle and whether there is a more specific heading in another chapter.
Heading
Heading 8708 covers parts and accessories of motor vehicles (headings 8701 to 8705), including bumpers, brakes, gearboxes, drive axles, wheels, suspension systems, radiators, etc. However, note that this heading only includes parts dedicated to or principally used with motor vehicles. General-purpose parts (such as bolts and springs), if not specifically named, may be classified in other chapters.
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits 87 = chapter for vehicles and their parts; digits 3-4 08 = heading for parts and accessories of motor vehicles; digits 5-6 19 = subheading 'other parts of bumpers'. Specifically, 8708.10 is bumpers, and 8708.19 is other parts of bumpers (that is, bumper components other than the bumper itself, such as brackets, energy-absorbing boxes, grilles, etc.). Therefore, 870819 specifically refers to parts of bumpers, not complete bumpers.
Classification Basis
The goods are parts of bumpers, not complete bumpers. Complete bumpers are classified under 8708.10, while parts of bumpers, if not specifically named in other subheadings, are classified under 8708.19. In addition, if the parts are general plastic articles or metal articles, they may be classified in Chapter 39 or Chapter 73, but because they are dedicated to motor vehicle bumpers, they are preferentially classified under 8708.19.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product name: The specific name of the declared commodity, such as 'bumper bracket', 'bumper energy-absorbing box', etc., and it must be consistent with the actual goods. Material: The main material of the declared part, such as plastic, steel, aluminum alloy, etc., which affects the classification determination. Brand: The brand or trademark of the declared part. If there is no brand, it must be stated as 'no brand'. Model: The model or part number of the declared part, used to identify the specific specifications. Applicable vehicle model: The type of motor vehicle and the specific model to which the declared part applies, such as 'Volkswagen Passat 2018 model'. Use: The use of the declared part, such as 'used for support and energy absorption of the bumper'. Whether it constitutes a complete bumper: State whether the part already constitutes a complete bumper. If it is a complete bumper, it should be classified under 8708.10. Product name: bumper energy-absorbing box; Material: aluminum alloy; Brand: XX; Model: ABC-123; Applicable vehicle model: Toyota Corolla 2020 model; Use: used for the front bumper to absorb collision energy; Whether it constitutes a complete bumper: No. Incorrectly classifying a complete bumper under 8708.19; it should be classified under 8708.10. Failure to state the material, making it impossible to determine whether it is a general-purpose part. The description of the applicable vehicle model is not specific, affecting the accuracy of classification. Ignoring the brand and model, resulting in incomplete declaration.
Product name
The specific name of the declared commodity, such as 'bumper bracket', 'bumper energy-absorbing box', etc., and it must be consistent with the actual goods.
⚠️ Declaring it generally as 'auto parts' or 'bumper parts' without specifying the part name.
Material
The main material of the declared part, such as plastic, steel, aluminum alloy, etc., which affects the classification determination.
⚠️ Writing only 'metal' or 'plastic' without distinguishing the specific type (such as PP, ABS, stainless steel).
Brand
The brand or trademark of the declared part. If there is no brand, it must be stated as 'no brand'.
⚠️ Failing to declare the brand or mistakenly reporting the complete vehicle brand.
Model
The model or part number of the declared part, used to identify the specific specifications.
⚠️ The model is filled in incompletely or does not match the actual goods.
Applicable vehicle model
The type of motor vehicle and the specific model to which the declared part applies, such as 'Volkswagen Passat 2018 model'.
⚠️ Writing only 'automobile' or 'car' without specifying the vehicle model.
Use
The use of the declared part, such as 'used for support and energy absorption of the bumper'.
⚠️ The description of use is too broad and not linked to the bumper.
Whether it constitutes a complete bumper
State whether the part already constitutes a complete bumper. If it is a complete bumper, it should be classified under 8708.10.
⚠️ Mistakenly declaring a complete bumper as a part.
Example： Product name: bumper energy-absorbing box; Material: aluminum alloy; Brand: XX; Model: ABC-123; Applicable vehicle model: Toyota Corolla 2020 model; Use: used for the front bumper to absorb collision energy; Whether it constitutes a complete bumper: No.
Common Mistakes：
Incorrectly classifying a complete bumper under 8708.19; it should be classified under 8708.10.
Failure to state the material, making it impossible to determine whether it is a general-purpose part.
The description of the applicable vehicle model is not specific, affecting the accuracy of classification.
Ignoring the brand and model, resulting in incomplete declaration.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core classification criteria: first confirm whether the commodity is a motor vehicle part and is dedicated to bumpers; second determine whether it constitutes a complete bumper. If it does, classify it under 8708.10; otherwise classify it under 8708.19; finally check whether there is a more specific heading in other chapters, such as plastic articles (Chapter 39) or iron and steel articles (Chapter 73), but if it is dedicated to motor vehicles, it is preferentially classified under 8708. 870810 Bumpers: 870810 is complete bumpers, including bumper assemblies; 870819 is parts of bumpers, such as brackets, energy-absorbing boxes, etc., and does not constitute a complete bumper. 870829 Other parts of bodies: 870829 covers other body parts, such as doors, fenders, etc., but does not include bumpers and their parts; bumper parts are specifically classified under 870819. 392690 Other articles of plastics: 392690 is general plastic articles. If the bumper part is made of plastic and is not dedicated to motor vehicles, it may be classified here; but if it is dedicated to motor vehicles, it is classified under 870819. 732690 Other articles of iron or steel: 732690 is general iron or steel articles. If the bumper part is made of iron or steel and is not dedicated to motor vehicles, it may be classified here; but if it is dedicated to motor vehicles, it is classified under 870819. Is it a part dedicated to motor vehicles? Is it used for bumpers? Does it constitute a complete bumper? Does the material affect classification? Is there a more specific heading in another chapter?
Basis
Core classification criteria: first confirm whether the commodity is a motor vehicle part and is dedicated to bumpers; second determine whether it constitutes a complete bumper. If it does, classify it under 8708.10; otherwise classify it under 8708.19; finally check whether there is a more specific heading in other chapters, such as plastic articles (Chapter 39) or iron and steel articles (Chapter 73), but if it is dedicated to motor vehicles, it is preferentially classified under 8708.
Confused Codes：
870810 - Bumpers
870810 is complete bumpers, including bumper assemblies; 870819 is parts of bumpers, such as brackets, energy-absorbing boxes, etc., and does not constitute a complete bumper.
870829 - Other parts of bodies
870829 covers other body parts, such as doors, fenders, etc., but does not include bumpers and their parts; bumper parts are specifically classified under 870819.
392690 - Other articles of plastics
392690 is general plastic articles. If the bumper part is made of plastic and is not dedicated to motor vehicles, it may be classified here; but if it is dedicated to motor vehicles, it is classified under 870819.
732690 - Other articles of iron or steel
732690 is general iron or steel articles. If the bumper part is made of iron or steel and is not dedicated to motor vehicles, it may be classified here; but if it is dedicated to motor vehicles, it is classified under 870819.
Self-Check：
✓ Is it a part dedicated to motor vehicles?
✓ Is it used for bumpers?
✓ Does it constitute a complete bumper?
✓ Does the material affect classification?
✓ Is there a more specific heading in another chapter?
❓ FAQ
How to determine whether a bumper part should be classified under 870819 or 870810? 870810 is a complete bumper, usually including the bumper fascia, reinforcement, and other assemblies; 870819 is parts of bumpers, such as brackets, energy-absorbing boxes, grilles, etc., and does not constitute a complete bumper. If the parts have been assembled into a complete bumper, classify under 870810; if they are separate parts, classify under 870819. Are plastic bumper parts always classified under 870819? Not necessarily. If the plastic part is dedicated to motor vehicle bumpers, classify under 870819; if it is a general plastic article and not dedicated to motor vehicles, it may be classified in Chapter 39. The determination should be based on its dedicated nature. Must the brand and model be provided during declaration? Yes. Brand and model are important components of the declaration elements and help customs confirm the classification and value of the goods. If there is no brand, state 'no brand'; the model should be filled in truthfully. How to distinguish bumper parts from other body parts? Bumper parts are dedicated to the bumper system, such as brackets, energy-absorbing boxes, etc.; other body parts such as doors and fenders are classified under 870829. The key to distinction is whether the part is part of the bumper assembly. If the bumper part is made of iron or steel, is it classified under 732690? If the iron or steel part is dedicated to motor vehicle bumpers, classify under 870819; if it is a general iron or steel article and not dedicated to motor vehicles, classify under 732690. The determination should be based on its dedicated nature. How to check the tax rate for 870819? Tax rates may change. It is recommended to check the latest tax rate through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, the International Trade Single Window, or professional customs declaration software. You may also consult the local customs or a customs broker. Do parts classified under 870819 include screws for bumpers? Usually not. If the screws are general standard parts, they may be classified in Chapter 73; but if they are dedicated screws and imported together with the bumper, they may be classified as bumper parts. The determination should be based on the specific situation. How to simplify declaration for cross-border e-commerce sales of bumper parts? Cross-border e-commerce can declare according to the customs cross-border e-commerce retail import commodity list, but it must be ensured that the goods meet the list requirements. It is recommended to use the simplified declaration mode, but key information such as product name, material, and use must be provided for rapid customs clearance.
Q: How to determine whether a bumper part should be classified under 870819 or 870810?
A: 870810 is a complete bumper, usually including the bumper fascia, reinforcement, and other assemblies; 870819 is parts of bumpers, such as brackets, energy-absorbing boxes, grilles, etc., and does not constitute a complete bumper. If the parts have been assembled into a complete bumper, classify under 870810; if they are separate parts, classify under 870819.
Q: Are plastic bumper parts always classified under 870819?
A: Not necessarily. If the plastic part is dedicated to motor vehicle bumpers, classify under 870819; if it is a general plastic article and not dedicated to motor vehicles, it may be classified in Chapter 39. The determination should be based on its dedicated nature.
Q: Must the brand and model be provided during declaration?
A: Yes. Brand and model are important components of the declaration elements and help customs confirm the classification and value of the goods. If there is no brand, state 'no brand'; the model should be filled in truthfully.
Q: How to distinguish bumper parts from other body parts?
A: Bumper parts are dedicated to the bumper system, such as brackets, energy-absorbing boxes, etc.; other body parts such as doors and fenders are classified under 870829. The key to distinction is whether the part is part of the bumper assembly.
Q: If the bumper part is made of iron or steel, is it classified under 732690?
A: If the iron or steel part is dedicated to motor vehicle bumpers, classify under 870819; if it is a general iron or steel article and not dedicated to motor vehicles, classify under 732690. The determination should be based on its dedicated nature.
Q: How to check the tax rate for 870819?
A: Tax rates may change. It is recommended to check the latest tax rate through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, the International Trade Single Window, or professional customs declaration software. You may also consult the local customs or a customs broker.
Q: Do parts classified under 870819 include screws for bumpers?
A: Usually not. If the screws are general standard parts, they may be classified in Chapter 73; but if they are dedicated screws and imported together with the bumper, they may be classified as bumper parts. The determination should be based on the specific situation.
Q: How to simplify declaration for cross-border e-commerce sales of bumper parts?
A: Cross-border e-commerce can declare according to the customs cross-border e-commerce retail import commodity list, but it must be ensured that the goods meet the list requirements. It is recommended to use the simplified declaration mode, but key information such as product name, material, and use must be provided for rapid customs clearance.
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