Chapter 87 covers vehicles and their parts and accessories, other than railway or tramway rolling stock. This chapter includes motor vehicles, tractors, motorcycles, bicycles, wheelchairs, baby carriages, etc., and their specialized parts. 8708 is the heading for parts and accessories of motor vehicles, and 870872 is the wheel spider (wheel disc) among them, which is a key component of the running system. Heading 8708 covers parts and accessories of motor vehicles of headings 8701 to 8705, including bumpers, brakes, gearboxes, drive axles, wheels, suspension systems, radiators, etc. Wheels and their parts and accessories are an important subheading under 8708, including hubs, spokes, rims, etc., but attention must be paid to whether they are specially designed for motor vehicles. Code 870872 is a 6-digit subheading: the first 2 digits 87 represent Chapter 87 vehicles and their parts; digits 3-4, 08, represent heading 8708, i.e., parts and accessories of motor vehicles; digits 5-6, 72, are the subheading, specifically wheel spiders (wheel discs). Note: under 8708 there are also 870810 bumpers, 870821 seat belts, 870829 body parts, 870830 brakes, 870840 gearboxes, 870850 drive axles, 870870 wheels and their parts, 870880 suspension systems, 870891 radiators, etc. 870872 is the spider (disc) among wheel parts and must be distinguished from 870870 wheel assemblies. The wheel spider (wheel disc) is a component of a wheel, specially designed for motor vehicles, and meets the definition of 8708 'parts and accessories of motor vehicles.' It is not classified under 870870 (wheels and their parts) because 870870 is for wheel assemblies or complete wheels, whereas the spider (disc) is a specialized part of a wheel, so it is classified under 870872. At the same time, it must be confirmed that it is not for railway vehicles and is not a part for motorcycles or bicycles (classified under 8714).
Chapter
Chapter 87 covers vehicles and their parts and accessories, other than railway or tramway rolling stock. This chapter includes motor vehicles, tractors, motorcycles, bicycles, wheelchairs, baby carriages, etc., and their specialized parts. 8708 is the heading for parts and accessories of motor vehicles, and 870872 is the wheel spider (wheel disc) among them, which is a key component of the running system.
Heading
Heading 8708 covers parts and accessories of motor vehicles of headings 8701 to 8705, including bumpers, brakes, gearboxes, drive axles, wheels, suspension systems, radiators, etc. Wheels and their parts and accessories are an important subheading under 8708, including hubs, spokes, rims, etc., but attention must be paid to whether they are specially designed for motor vehicles.
Digit Breakdown
Code 870872 is a 6-digit subheading: the first 2 digits 87 represent Chapter 87 vehicles and their parts; digits 3-4, 08, represent heading 8708, i.e., parts and accessories of motor vehicles; digits 5-6, 72, are the subheading, specifically wheel spiders (wheel discs). Note: under 8708 there are also 870810 bumpers, 870821 seat belts, 870829 body parts, 870830 brakes, 870840 gearboxes, 870850 drive axles, 870870 wheels and their parts, 870880 suspension systems, 870891 radiators, etc. 870872 is the spider (disc) among wheel parts and must be distinguished from 870870 wheel assemblies.
Classification Basis
The wheel spider (wheel disc) is a component of a wheel, specially designed for motor vehicles, and meets the definition of 8708 'parts and accessories of motor vehicles.' It is not classified under 870870 (wheels and their parts) because 870870 is for wheel assemblies or complete wheels, whereas the spider (disc) is a specialized part of a wheel, so it is classified under 870872. At the same time, it must be confirmed that it is not for railway vehicles and is not a part for motorcycles or bicycles (classified under 8714).
📝 Declaration Elements
Product name: Declare the commodity name accurately as 'wheel spider (wheel disc)' or 'wheel disc,' avoiding colloquial terms. Material: Declare the material of the spider (disc), such as steel, aluminum alloy, etc., which affects classification and tax rate. Applicable vehicle type: Declare the type of motor vehicle for which it is specially designed, such as passenger car, truck, bus, etc. Brand: Declare the brand or trademark; if none, write 'none.' Model: Declare the specific model or part number for easy identification. Dimensions: Declare key dimensions, such as diameter, thickness, etc. Whether it is an assembly: Declare whether it is part of a wheel assembly, or a spider (disc) declared separately. Product name: wheel spider (wheel disc); Material: steel; Applicable vehicle type: small passenger car; Brand: ABC; Model: WSP-123; Dimensions: diameter 380mm, thickness 5mm; Whether it is an assembly: no, declared separately. Confusing the spider (disc) with the wheel hub; the hub is usually classified under 870870, while the spider (disc) is 870872. Failure to indicate the applicable vehicle type may lead to misclassification as a general-purpose part or bicycle part. Material declaration is not specific, affecting classification and regulatory conditions.
Product name
Declare the commodity name accurately as 'wheel spider (wheel disc)' or 'wheel disc,' avoiding colloquial terms.
⚠️ Mistakenly writing it as 'wheel hub' or 'rim,' leading to incorrect classification.
Material
Declare the material of the spider (disc), such as steel, aluminum alloy, etc., which affects classification and tax rate.
⚠️ Writing only 'metal' is too general; it should be specific to steel, aluminum, etc.
Applicable vehicle type
Declare the type of motor vehicle for which it is specially designed, such as passenger car, truck, bus, etc.
⚠️ Failure to indicate the vehicle type may lead to misclassification as a general-purpose part.
Brand
Declare the brand or trademark; if none, write 'none.'
⚠️ Confusing brand with model, or omitting it.
Model
Declare the specific model or part number for easy identification.
⚠️ Incomplete or incorrect model entry.
Dimensions
Declare key dimensions, such as diameter, thickness, etc.
⚠️ Inconsistent units of measurement or omission.
Whether it is an assembly
Declare whether it is part of a wheel assembly, or a spider (disc) declared separately.
⚠️ Mistakenly declaring an assembly as a part.
Example： Product name: wheel spider (wheel disc); Material: steel; Applicable vehicle type: small passenger car; Brand: ABC; Model: WSP-123; Dimensions: diameter 380mm, thickness 5mm; Whether it is an assembly: no, declared separately.
Common Mistakes：
Confusing the spider (disc) with the wheel hub; the hub is usually classified under 870870, while the spider (disc) is 870872.
Failure to indicate the applicable vehicle type may lead to misclassification as a general-purpose part or bicycle part.
Material declaration is not specific, affecting classification and regulatory conditions.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core basis for classification: 1. Whether the goods are specially designed for motor vehicles (8701-8705); 2. Whether they are specialized parts of wheels; 3. Whether they belong to a wheel assembly. As a component of a wheel, the spider (disc) is classified under 870872 when declared separately. If assembled with a rim, etc., into a wheel assembly, it is classified under 870870. 870870 Wheels and their parts: 870870 includes wheel assemblies and parts, but 870872 specifically refers to the spider (disc), which is a more specific subheading. If the spider (disc) is assembled with a rim, it is classified under 870870. 870850 Drive axles and their parts: Drive axles include axle housings, half-shafts, etc.; the spider (disc) is a wheel part and does not belong to drive axles. 8714 Parts of motorcycles and bicycles: 8714 applies to parts of motorcycles and bicycles (8711-8713). If the spider (disc) is used for motorcycles, it is classified under 8714; if used for motor vehicles, it is classified under 870872. 7326 Other articles of iron or steel: If the spider (disc) is not clearly specially designed for motor vehicles, it may be classified as an article of iron or steel under 7326, but if specially designed for motor vehicles, it is classified under 870872. Is it specially designed for motor vehicles of 8701-8705? Is it declared separately, rather than as a wheel assembly? Does the material affect classification? Is it used for motorcycles or bicycles? Does it have other functions (such as braking)?
Basis
Core basis for classification: 1. Whether the goods are specially designed for motor vehicles (8701-8705); 2. Whether they are specialized parts of wheels; 3. Whether they belong to a wheel assembly. As a component of a wheel, the spider (disc) is classified under 870872 when declared separately. If assembled with a rim, etc., into a wheel assembly, it is classified under 870870.
Confused Codes：
870870 - Wheels and their parts
870870 includes wheel assemblies and parts, but 870872 specifically refers to the spider (disc), which is a more specific subheading. If the spider (disc) is assembled with a rim, it is classified under 870870.
870850 - Drive axles and their parts
Drive axles include axle housings, half-shafts, etc.; the spider (disc) is a wheel part and does not belong to drive axles.
8714 - Parts of motorcycles and bicycles
8714 applies to parts of motorcycles and bicycles (8711-8713). If the spider (disc) is used for motorcycles, it is classified under 8714; if used for motor vehicles, it is classified under 870872.
7326 - Other articles of iron or steel
If the spider (disc) is not clearly specially designed for motor vehicles, it may be classified as an article of iron or steel under 7326, but if specially designed for motor vehicles, it is classified under 870872.
Self-Check：
✓ Is it specially designed for motor vehicles of 8701-8705?
✓ Is it declared separately, rather than as a wheel assembly?
✓ Does the material affect classification?
✓ Is it used for motorcycles or bicycles?
✓ Does it have other functions (such as braking)?
❓ FAQ
What is the difference between a wheel spider (wheel disc) and a wheel hub? Are the HS codes different? The wheel spider (wheel disc) is a disc-shaped part that connects the rim and the hub; the hub is the central part where the bearing is installed. The spider (disc) is usually classified under 870872, and the hub under 870870. If the spider (disc) and hub are assembled into an assembly, it is classified as a wheel assembly under 870870. How to determine whether a wheel spider (wheel disc) is classified under 870872 or 870870? If the spider (disc) is declared separately and not assembled with a rim, etc., it is classified under 870872; if it has been assembled into a complete wheel or wheel assembly, it is classified under 870870. The key is whether the declared state is an assembly. Are the HS codes the same for aluminum alloy wheel spiders (wheel discs) and steel wheel spiders (wheel discs)? The HS codes are the same, both 870872, because subheadings are divided by use and structure, not by material. However, material may affect tax rates and regulatory conditions, and must be truthfully declared. Which code should a wheel spider (wheel disc) for motorcycles be classified under? Motorcycle parts are classified under 8714, specifically subheading 871410 (motorcycle parts) or 871419 (other). If the spider (disc) is specially designed for motorcycles, it should be classified under 8714, not 870872. What elements need to be declared when importing wheel spiders (wheel discs)? It is necessary to declare the product name, material, applicable vehicle type, brand, model, dimensions, whether it is an assembly, etc. Detailed requirements can be found in General Administration of Customs announcements or by consulting a customs broker. What is the export tax rebate rate for 870872? The export tax rebate rate changes with national policies. It is recommended to check the latest rate through the State Taxation Administration or customs official website, or consult a professional customs broker. If the wheel spider (wheel disc) has a sensor, will the code change? If the spider (disc) integrates a sensor (such as tire pressure monitoring), it may be regarded as a part with other functions, and classification should be determined based on the main function. Usually it is still classified under 870872, but if the sensor is the main function, it may be classified under another code. How to check the MFN tax rate for 870872? You can log on to the website of the General Administration of Customs of China, use the 'Import and Export Tariff Query' system, enter HS code 870872, and view the latest tax rate. Note that tax rates may change, and the official release shall prevail.
Q: What is the difference between a wheel spider (wheel disc) and a wheel hub? Are the HS codes different?
A: The wheel spider (wheel disc) is a disc-shaped part that connects the rim and the hub; the hub is the central part where the bearing is installed. The spider (disc) is usually classified under 870872, and the hub under 870870. If the spider (disc) and hub are assembled into an assembly, it is classified as a wheel assembly under 870870.
Q: How to determine whether a wheel spider (wheel disc) is classified under 870872 or 870870?
A: If the spider (disc) is declared separately and not assembled with a rim, etc., it is classified under 870872; if it has been assembled into a complete wheel or wheel assembly, it is classified under 870870. The key is whether the declared state is an assembly.
Q: Are the HS codes the same for aluminum alloy wheel spiders (wheel discs) and steel wheel spiders (wheel discs)?
A: The HS codes are the same, both 870872, because subheadings are divided by use and structure, not by material. However, material may affect tax rates and regulatory conditions, and must be truthfully declared.
Q: Which code should a wheel spider (wheel disc) for motorcycles be classified under?
A: Motorcycle parts are classified under 8714, specifically subheading 871410 (motorcycle parts) or 871419 (other). If the spider (disc) is specially designed for motorcycles, it should be classified under 8714, not 870872.
Q: What elements need to be declared when importing wheel spiders (wheel discs)?
A: It is necessary to declare the product name, material, applicable vehicle type, brand, model, dimensions, whether it is an assembly, etc. Detailed requirements can be found in General Administration of Customs announcements or by consulting a customs broker.
Q: What is the export tax rebate rate for 870872?
A: The export tax rebate rate changes with national policies. It is recommended to check the latest rate through the State Taxation Administration or customs official website, or consult a professional customs broker.
Q: If the wheel spider (wheel disc) has a sensor, will the code change?
A: If the spider (disc) integrates a sensor (such as tire pressure monitoring), it may be regarded as a part with other functions, and classification should be determined based on the main function. Usually it is still classified under 870872, but if the sensor is the main function, it may be classified under another code.
Q: How to check the MFN tax rate for 870872?
A: You can log on to the website of the General Administration of Customs of China, use the 'Import and Export Tariff Query' system, enter HS code 870872, and view the latest tax rate. Note that tax rates may change, and the official release shall prevail.
⚠️ Disclaimer: HS code classification, declaration elements, tariff rates and regulatory conditions on this page are for reference only and do not constitute legal advice on customs classification. Tariff rates and regulations are subject to change; the latest announcements from the General Administration of Customs and on-site determinations shall prevail. Please consult professional customs brokers or customs authorities before import/export.