Chapter 87 covers vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof. It includes motor vehicles (such as cars, trucks, motorcycles), tractors, bicycles, wheelchairs, etc., as well as their dedicated parts and accessories. This chapter does not cover certain specific parts, such as batteries, tires (classified under Chapter 40), engines (classified under Chapter 84), etc. Seat belts, as safety accessories for vehicles, fall within the scope of parts of this chapter. Heading 8708 covers parts and accessories of motor vehicles (headings 8701 to 8705). It includes braking systems, gearboxes, drive axles, wheels, suspension systems, steering systems, body parts, seat belts, airbags, etc. However, it should be noted that certain parts, if they themselves constitute complete goods of other headings, may not be classified under this heading. Seat belts are an important component of the occupant restraint system of motor vehicles and are therefore classified under this heading. Code 870822 is a six-digit subheading. The first two digits 87 indicate Chapter 87, vehicles and parts and accessories thereof. Digits 3-4, 08, indicate heading 8708, namely parts and accessories of motor vehicles. Digits 5-6, 22, indicate subheading 870822, specifically seat belts (webbing). In the HS classification, subheading 8708.22 is specifically established for seat belts (webbing), distinct from other seat belts or safety devices. Webbing is the load-bearing component of a seat belt, usually made of high-strength synthetic fibers. The product is a seat belt (webbing), a safety device dedicated to motor vehicles, and belongs to vehicle parts and accessories, so it is classified under 8708. Under 8708, subheading 870822 explicitly lists "seat belts (webbing)", so it is classified under this code. The adjacent code 870821 is airbags, 870829 is other body parts, 870830 is braking systems, etc. Webbing is the core component of a seat belt, so it is correctly classified under 870822.

Product Name: Declare the product name, which should be accurately described as "seat belt (webbing)" or "automotive seat belt webbing", avoiding general names. Material: State the fiber composition of the webbing, such as polyester, nylon, etc., and whether it has been coated, as this affects classification. Brand: Fill in the manufacturer or brand name; if there is no brand, state "no brand". Specifications/Model: Provide dimensional information such as width, thickness, and length of the webbing, as well as the model. Applicable Vehicle Type: State the vehicle type to which the seat belt webbing applies, such as passenger cars, trucks, etc. With or Without Pretensioner or Load Limiter: State whether the webbing is integrated with devices such as pretensioners or load limiters, as this affects classification. Origin: Fill in the country or region where the webbing is produced. GTIN: If there is a Global Trade Item Number, provide it; if not, fill in "none". Product Name: Seat belt (webbing); Material: polyester fiber, uncoated; Brand: no brand; Specifications/Model: width 48mm, thickness 1.2mm, length 3000mm, model SB-2020; Applicable Vehicle Type: passenger car; With or Without Pretensioner or Load Limiter: no; Origin: China; GTIN: none. Confusing seat belt assemblies with webbing; assemblies may be classified under 870822, but if they include a pretensioner they may be classified under 870829. Material declaration is not specific, such as writing only "chemical fiber"; polyester or nylon, etc., should be stated. Failure to state the applicable vehicle type, making it impossible to determine it as a motor vehicle part, possibly resulting in classification under other headings.

The core criteria for classification are: 1. Whether the goods are parts or accessories of motor vehicles (8701-8705); 2. Whether they are seat belts (webbing). According to Chapter 87 notes and the text of heading 8708, seat belt webbing is specifically listed under 870822. If the webbing is combined with other devices (such as a pretensioner), it may be classified under 870829 or other subheadings. At the same time, consideration should be given to whether the webbing has undergone special treatment or is combined with other materials, but its main characteristic remains seat belt webbing. 870821 Airbags: Airbags are independent safety devices, while seat belt webbing is part of the restraint system; their functions differ and their classification differs. 870829 Other body parts: 870829 covers body parts not elsewhere specified, such as doors, bumpers, etc.; seat belt webbing is specifically named, so it is not classified under 870829. 630790 Other made-up textile articles: If the webbing is not clearly dedicated to motor vehicles, it may be classified under 630790, but dedicated seat belt webbing should be classified under 870822. 870810 Bumpers and parts thereof: Bumpers are part of the bumper system and have nothing to do with seat belts; their classification differs. 870840 Gearboxes and parts thereof: Gearboxes are part of the transmission system and have nothing to do with seat belts; their classification differs. Confirm whether the goods are dedicated to motor vehicles. Confirm whether they are seat belt webbing rather than assemblies or other items. Confirm whether the material and specifications are declared accurately. Confirm whether they have additional devices such as pretensioners. Confirm whether other headings have been correctly excluded.

What is the difference in HS codes between seat belt webbing and seat belt assemblies? Seat belt webbing is usually classified under 870822, while seat belt assemblies, if they include devices such as pretensioners and load limiters, may still be classified under 870822, but if they constitute other devices they may be classified under 870829. The specific determination depends on the composition of the goods. How can it be determined whether seat belt webbing belongs to motor vehicle parts? The main consideration is whether it is specially designed for motor vehicles (8701-8705), such as whether its dimensions, strength, and installation method meet vehicle seat belt standards. If used for other purposes, it may be classified under other headings. When declaring seat belt webbing, how should the material be filled in? The fiber composition should be filled in specifically, such as polyester, nylon, etc., and whether it has been coated should be stated. Avoid general expressions such as "chemical fiber". If seat belt webbing has a pretensioner, will the code change? If the webbing is integrated with a pretensioner, it may be regarded as a seat belt assembly, but it is usually still classified under 870822. If the pretensioner is declared separately, it may be classified under 870829. It is recommended to determine based on the actual state of the goods. How are seat belt webbing and ordinary webbing distinguished for classification? If ordinary webbing is not clearly dedicated to motor vehicles, it may be classified under Chapter 63 (such as 630790). Seat belt webbing, because it is dedicated to motor vehicles, is classified under 870822. What should be noted when declaring the origin of seat belt webbing? The origin should be declared truthfully, as it affects tariffs and trade policy. If the webbing is produced in China, the origin is China; if processed overseas, it must be determined according to the principle of substantial transformation. When seat belt webbing is imported, what points will customs inspection focus on? Customs will focus on whether the product name, material, specifications, applicable vehicle type, etc. are consistent with the declaration, and whether it is dedicated to motor vehicles. Technical documents or samples may be required. Where can the latest tariff rate for seat belt webbing be queried? You can consult the "Customs Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China" issued by the General Administration of Customs of China, or obtain the latest tariff information through customs classification advance rulings, consultation hotlines, etc.