Chapter 87 covers railway and tramway locomotives, rolling stock and parts thereof; railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings and signaling equipment; road motor vehicles, tractors, motorcycles, bicycles and other land vehicles and parts thereof. The core of this chapter is "land transport vehicles and their dedicated parts", but not all vehicle parts are classified in this chapter, and distinction from Chapter 84, 85, 73, etc. must be noted. Within the chapter, headings are divided by vehicle type and part function, and 8708 is the major heading for motor vehicle parts. Heading 8708 covers parts and accessories of motor vehicles of headings 8701 to 8705, including braking systems, gearboxes, drive axles, wheels, suspension systems, steering systems, body parts, etc. However, not all parts are classified in this heading; judgment must be made based on whether the parts are dedicated to or principally used with the above vehicles. Suspension system parts are an important category among them, involving ride stability and handling. Code 870889 is a 6-digit subheading. The first 2 digits "87" represent Chapter 87 (Vehicles and parts and accessories thereof, other than railway vehicles). The 3rd-4th digits "08" represent heading 8708 (Parts and accessories of motor vehicles). The 5th-6th digits "89" represent subheading 8708.89, namely "Other parts of suspension systems". Under 8708, suspension system parts are further subdivided: 8708.80 is suspension systems and parts thereof (including shock absorbers), while 8708.89 is "other" suspension system parts, usually referring to parts other than shock absorbers, such as suspension arms, ball joints, bushings, stabilizer bars, etc. Note: The difference between 8708.80 and 8708.89 is that the former includes shock absorbers, while the latter covers other suspension parts. This product is other parts of suspension systems, such as control arms, ball joints, bushings, etc., dedicated to or principally used with motor vehicle suspension systems. Since suspension systems are a part category explicitly listed under heading 8708, and it is not a shock absorber (8708.80), it is classified under 8708.89. If the part is a general-purpose mechanical part (such as bearings, bolts), it may be classified under Chapter 84 or 73; if it is a rubber bushing, judgment must be made based on whether it is dedicated to vehicles; if dedicated to vehicles, it is still classified under 8708.
Chapter
Chapter 87 covers railway and tramway locomotives, rolling stock and parts thereof; railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings and signaling equipment; road motor vehicles, tractors, motorcycles, bicycles and other land vehicles and parts thereof. The core of this chapter is "land transport vehicles and their dedicated parts", but not all vehicle parts are classified in this chapter, and distinction from Chapter 84, 85, 73, etc. must be noted. Within the chapter, headings are divided by vehicle type and part function, and 8708 is the major heading for motor vehicle parts.
Heading
Heading 8708 covers parts and accessories of motor vehicles of headings 8701 to 8705, including braking systems, gearboxes, drive axles, wheels, suspension systems, steering systems, body parts, etc. However, not all parts are classified in this heading; judgment must be made based on whether the parts are dedicated to or principally used with the above vehicles. Suspension system parts are an important category among them, involving ride stability and handling.
Digit Breakdown
Code 870889 is a 6-digit subheading. The first 2 digits "87" represent Chapter 87 (Vehicles and parts and accessories thereof, other than railway vehicles). The 3rd-4th digits "08" represent heading 8708 (Parts and accessories of motor vehicles). The 5th-6th digits "89" represent subheading 8708.89, namely "Other parts of suspension systems". Under 8708, suspension system parts are further subdivided: 8708.80 is suspension systems and parts thereof (including shock absorbers), while 8708.89 is "other" suspension system parts, usually referring to parts other than shock absorbers, such as suspension arms, ball joints, bushings, stabilizer bars, etc. Note: The difference between 8708.80 and 8708.89 is that the former includes shock absorbers, while the latter covers other suspension parts.
Classification Basis
This product is other parts of suspension systems, such as control arms, ball joints, bushings, etc., dedicated to or principally used with motor vehicle suspension systems. Since suspension systems are a part category explicitly listed under heading 8708, and it is not a shock absorber (8708.80), it is classified under 8708.89. If the part is a general-purpose mechanical part (such as bearings, bolts), it may be classified under Chapter 84 or 73; if it is a rubber bushing, judgment must be made based on whether it is dedicated to vehicles; if dedicated to vehicles, it is still classified under 8708.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product name: The Chinese and English names of the declared commodity should be specific and clear, such as "suspension control arm", "suspension ball joint", "stabilizer bar bushing", etc., avoiding vague terms like "auto parts". Brand: Fill in the commodity brand; if there is no brand, write "no brand". The brand helps customs determine the source of the goods and intellectual property status. Model: Fill in the commodity model or part number, which should be consistent with the actual goods for customs verification. Applicable vehicle model: Indicate the vehicle type and specific model to which the part applies, such as "suitable for Toyota Corolla 2015 model". Material: Fill in the main material of the part, such as "steel", "aluminum alloy", "rubber + steel", etc. Material affects classification. Use: Explain the specific function of the part in the suspension system, such as "connects wheel and frame" or "cushions vibration". Whether assembly: Declare whether it is an assembly or loose parts; an assembly may affect classification. Origin: Fill in the country (region) of origin of the commodity, used to determine the applicable tariff rate and trade policy. Product name: Suspension control arm; Brand: TRW; Model: JTC1234; Applicable vehicle model: Toyota Corolla 2015-2020; Material: Aluminum alloy; Use: Connects wheel and frame, transmits force and torque; Whether assembly: Yes; Origin: Germany. Mistakenly classifying shock absorbers under 8708.89; shock absorbers should actually be classified under 8708.80. Classifying general-purpose rubber bushings under 8708.89; if not clearly dedicated to vehicles, they may be classified under 4016. Ignoring whether the part is dedicated to motor vehicles; if it can be used for other machinery, it may be classified under Chapter 84.
Product name
The Chinese and English names of the declared commodity should be specific and clear, such as "suspension control arm", "suspension ball joint", "stabilizer bar bushing", etc., avoiding vague terms like "auto parts".
⚠️ Only writing "auto accessories" or "suspension parts" without specifying the part type.
Brand
Fill in the commodity brand; if there is no brand, write "no brand". The brand helps customs determine the source of the goods and intellectual property status.
⚠️ Mistaking the manufacturer for the brand, or misspelling the brand.
Model
Fill in the commodity model or part number, which should be consistent with the actual goods for customs verification.
⚠️ Incomplete model entry or inconsistency with the actual item.
Applicable vehicle model
Indicate the vehicle type and specific model to which the part applies, such as "suitable for Toyota Corolla 2015 model".
⚠️ Only writing "for automobile use" without providing specific vehicle model information.
Material
Fill in the main material of the part, such as "steel", "aluminum alloy", "rubber + steel", etc. Material affects classification.
⚠️ Vague material description, such as "metal", without distinguishing the specific type.
Use
Explain the specific function of the part in the suspension system, such as "connects wheel and frame" or "cushions vibration".
⚠️ Use description is too simple, such as "for automobile use".
Whether assembly
Declare whether it is an assembly or loose parts; an assembly may affect classification.
⚠️ Reporting loose parts as an assembly, or vice versa.
Origin
Fill in the country (region) of origin of the commodity, used to determine the applicable tariff rate and trade policy.
⚠️ Inaccurate origin entry, such as mistaking a transit place for the origin.
Example： Product name: Suspension control arm; Brand: TRW; Model: JTC1234; Applicable vehicle model: Toyota Corolla 2015-2020; Material: Aluminum alloy; Use: Connects wheel and frame, transmits force and torque; Whether assembly: Yes; Origin: Germany.
Common Mistakes：
Mistakenly classifying shock absorbers under 8708.89; shock absorbers should actually be classified under 8708.80.
Classifying general-purpose rubber bushings under 8708.89; if not clearly dedicated to vehicles, they may be classified under 4016.
Ignoring whether the part is dedicated to motor vehicles; if it can be used for other machinery, it may be classified under Chapter 84.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core criteria for classification are: 1) whether the commodity is dedicated to or principally used with motor vehicles of headings 8701 to 8705; 2) whether it belongs to suspension system parts; 3) whether it is a shock absorber (8708.80) or other suspension part (8708.89). According to the Import and Export Tariff and its notes, suspension system parts include control arms, ball joints, bushings, stabilizer bars, torsion bars, etc., but shock absorbers are listed separately. If the part is a general-purpose item, it must be classified under other chapters according to material or function. 870880 Suspension system shock absorbers: 870880 includes shock absorbers and parts thereof, while 870889 covers other suspension parts. If the commodity is a shock absorber, it should be classified under 870880. 870899 Other motor vehicle parts: 870899 covers other parts not elsewhere specified under 8708; suspension system parts are explicitly listed under 870880 and 870889, so they are not classified under 870899. 401699 Other vulcanized rubber products: If a rubber bushing is not clearly dedicated to motor vehicles, it may be classified under 401699; if dedicated to vehicle suspension systems, it is classified under 870889. 732690 Other iron or steel articles: If iron or steel suspension parts are not clearly dedicated to vehicles, they may be classified under 732690; but if dedicated to vehicles, they are classified under 870889. Is the part dedicated to or principally used with vehicles of 8701-8705? Does the part belong to a suspension system? Is it a shock absorber? If yes, classify under 870880. Does the part material affect classification? Have general-purpose parts been excluded?
Basis
The core criteria for classification are: 1) whether the commodity is dedicated to or principally used with motor vehicles of headings 8701 to 8705; 2) whether it belongs to suspension system parts; 3) whether it is a shock absorber (8708.80) or other suspension part (8708.89). According to the Import and Export Tariff and its notes, suspension system parts include control arms, ball joints, bushings, stabilizer bars, torsion bars, etc., but shock absorbers are listed separately. If the part is a general-purpose item, it must be classified under other chapters according to material or function.
Confused Codes：
870880 - Suspension system shock absorbers
870880 includes shock absorbers and parts thereof, while 870889 covers other suspension parts. If the commodity is a shock absorber, it should be classified under 870880.
870899 - Other motor vehicle parts
870899 covers other parts not elsewhere specified under 8708; suspension system parts are explicitly listed under 870880 and 870889, so they are not classified under 870899.
401699 - Other vulcanized rubber products
If a rubber bushing is not clearly dedicated to motor vehicles, it may be classified under 401699; if dedicated to vehicle suspension systems, it is classified under 870889.
732690 - Other iron or steel articles
If iron or steel suspension parts are not clearly dedicated to vehicles, they may be classified under 732690; but if dedicated to vehicles, they are classified under 870889.
Self-Check：
✓ Is the part dedicated to or principally used with vehicles of 8701-8705?
✓ Does the part belong to a suspension system?
✓ Is it a shock absorber? If yes, classify under 870880.
✓ Does the part material affect classification?
✓ Have general-purpose parts been excluded?
❓ FAQ
What exactly do other suspension system parts include? They usually include control arms, ball joints, bushings, stabilizer bars, torsion bars, suspension links, etc., but do not include shock absorbers (classified under 870880). The specific scope is subject to the Tariff Notes. How can it be determined whether a part is dedicated to motor vehicles? Based on the part's design, model, applicable vehicle model, etc., if it can only be used for or is principally used with motor vehicles, it is considered dedicated. General-purpose items must be classified according to material. Should a rubber bushing be classified under 870889 or 401699? If the bushing is dedicated to a motor vehicle suspension system and the material is rubber, it is still classified under 870889; if it can be used generally in other machinery, it is classified under 401699. How are suspension system parts distinguished from steering system parts? Suspension system parts are used to connect the wheel and frame and cushion vibration; steering system parts are used to control direction. If the functions overlap, classification should be based on the principal function. Must the "applicable vehicle model" among the declaration elements be provided during customs declaration? Yes. The applicable vehicle model is key to determining dedication and must be provided specifically; it is not enough to write only "for automobile use". What is the export tax rebate rate for 870889? The rebate rate may be adjusted; please check the latest export tax rebate rate database or consult customs. What certifications are required for importing suspension system parts? CCC certification may be involved (if they are auto parts); the specific requirements are subject to customs and market regulatory authorities. If the part is an assembly, will the classification change? If the assembly conforms to the characteristics of suspension system parts, it is still classified under 870889; if it constitutes a complete suspension system, it may be classified under 870880.
Q: What exactly do other suspension system parts include?
A: They usually include control arms, ball joints, bushings, stabilizer bars, torsion bars, suspension links, etc., but do not include shock absorbers (classified under 870880). The specific scope is subject to the Tariff Notes.
Q: How can it be determined whether a part is dedicated to motor vehicles?
A: Based on the part's design, model, applicable vehicle model, etc., if it can only be used for or is principally used with motor vehicles, it is considered dedicated. General-purpose items must be classified according to material.
Q: Should a rubber bushing be classified under 870889 or 401699?
A: If the bushing is dedicated to a motor vehicle suspension system and the material is rubber, it is still classified under 870889; if it can be used generally in other machinery, it is classified under 401699.
Q: How are suspension system parts distinguished from steering system parts?
A: Suspension system parts are used to connect the wheel and frame and cushion vibration; steering system parts are used to control direction. If the functions overlap, classification should be based on the principal function.
Q: Must the "applicable vehicle model" among the declaration elements be provided during customs declaration?
A: Yes. The applicable vehicle model is key to determining dedication and must be provided specifically; it is not enough to write only "for automobile use".
Q: What is the export tax rebate rate for 870889?
A: The rebate rate may be adjusted; please check the latest export tax rebate rate database or consult customs.
Q: What certifications are required for importing suspension system parts?
A: CCC certification may be involved (if they are auto parts); the specific requirements are subject to customs and market regulatory authorities.
Q: If the part is an assembly, will the classification change?
A: If the assembly conforms to the characteristics of suspension system parts, it is still classified under 870889; if it constitutes a complete suspension system, it may be classified under 870880.
⚠️ 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.