Chapter 87 covers all land motor vehicles other than railway/tramway rolling stock, tractors, motorcycles, bicycles, invalid carriages, baby carriages, etc. Its core characteristic is 'motorized' or 'non-motorized' land transport vehicles for carrying passengers or goods, but excludes railway vehicles (Chapter 86), aircraft (Chapter 88), and ships (Chapter 89). This chapter is subdivided by power type, use, and structure, with motorcycles listed separately under heading 8711 as personal transport vehicles. Heading 8711 specifically covers motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles fitted with an auxiliary motor, whether or not with sidecars; it also includes sidecars. This heading is further subdivided by engine cylinder capacity (displacement), ranging from ≤50cc to >800cc, and includes electric motorcycles and hybrid motorcycles. Note: cycles fitted with an auxiliary motor (i.e., mopeds) are also classified under this heading, not under 8712 for bicycles. The first 2 digits '87' represent Chapter 87: Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof. The 3rd-4th digits '11' represent heading 8711: Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles fitted with an auxiliary motor, with or without sidecars; sidecars. The 5th-6th digits '30' represent subheading 8711.30: Motorcycles and cycles fitted with an auxiliary motor, with cylinder capacity exceeding 250cc but not exceeding 500cc. Therefore, the full code 871130 refers to two-wheeled or three-wheeled motor vehicles with displacement above 250cc up to and including 500cc. This commodity is classified under 871130 because its engine cylinder capacity falls exactly within the range exceeding 250cc but not exceeding 500cc, and it is a motorcycle or cycle fitted with an auxiliary motor. If displacement ≤250cc, it should be classified under 871120; if >500cc but ≤800cc, under 871140. If it is a pure pedal bicycle (without auxiliary motor), it is classified under 8712. Therefore, displacement is the core criterion for distinguishing the subheadings of 8711.

Product Name: The specific name of the declared commodity, such as 'motorcycle', 'moped', or 'cycle fitted with an auxiliary motor', which must be consistent with the actual item. Engine Type: Indicate whether it is a gasoline internal combustion engine, diesel internal combustion engine, or electric motor (including hybrid), which affects classification and regulatory conditions. Cylinder Capacity (Displacement): Precisely fill in the total engine cylinder volume in cc (milliliters), which must be clearly between 250cc and 500cc. Brand: Declare the brand name of the vehicle (e.g., Honda, Yamaha, etc.); if no brand, write 'unbranded'. Model: The specific model or specification code of the vehicle, used to identify configuration and displacement. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): Fill in the 17-digit VIN code, used to uniquely identify the vehicle, which is important information for customs supervision and traceability. With or Without Sidecar: Clearly declare whether it has a sidecar, because the sidecar affects the vehicle structure and classification. Use: Explain the vehicle's use, such as 'passenger transport', 'racing', 'off-road', etc., which affects regulatory conditions and tax rates. Customs declaration example: Product Name: Motorcycle; Brand: Honda; Model: CB300R; Engine Type: Gasoline; Cylinder Capacity: 286cc; Vehicle Identification Number: MLHNC55A0M5000001; With or Without Sidecar: No; Use: Passenger transport. Note: This vehicle has a displacement of 286cc, which falls within the range exceeding 250cc but not exceeding 500cc, and is classified under HS code 871130. Displacement declared imprecisely, such as declaring 286cc as 300cc, leading to subheading classification errors. Ignoring the type 'cycle fitted with an auxiliary motor', mistakenly classified under 8712 for bicycles. Electric motorcycles not declaring motor power, and incorrectly using cylinder capacity subheadings. Sidecar not separately listed, or mistakenly classified under other subheadings of 8711. VIN code filled in incorrectly or missing, affecting customs inspection and subsequent supervision.

The core criteria for classification are: 1) whether the commodity is a motorcycle or a cycle fitted with an auxiliary motor; 2) whether the engine cylinder capacity exceeds 250cc but does not exceed 500cc; 3) whether it has a sidecar. If the first two conditions are met, it is classified under 871130. Displacement is the primary criterion for distinguishing the subheadings of 8711 and must be accurately declared based on the engine nameplate or technical parameters. In addition, although electric motorcycles have no cylinders, according to HS notes, motor power needs to be converted or analogized by displacement, and they are usually classified under the corresponding displacement range. 871120 Motorcycles and cycles fitted with an auxiliary motor, with cylinder capacity exceeding 50cc but not exceeding 250cc: Displacement ≤250cc, applicable to mopeds or small-displacement mopeds; the core difference from 871130 is the upper displacement limit. 871140 Motorcycles and cycles fitted with an auxiliary motor, with cylinder capacity exceeding 500cc but not exceeding 800cc: Displacement >500cc but ≤800cc, belonging to medium-to-large motorcycles; does not overlap with the displacement range of 871130. 871110 Motorcycles and cycles fitted with an auxiliary motor, with cylinder capacity not exceeding 50cc: Displacement ≤50cc, usually fuel-assisted bicycles; significantly different in displacement from 871130. 871200 Bicycles and other cycles, not motorized: No auxiliary motor, purely human-powered, whereas 871130 includes auxiliary motors. 870310 Vehicles specially designed for travelling on snow; golf carts and similar vehicles: Although motor vehicles, they are designed for special uses and are not classified under the motorcycle heading. Is it confirmed that the engine is an auxiliary motor or for motorcycles? Is the cylinder capacity precisely between 250cc and 500cc? Does it have a sidecar? If so, does it affect the vehicle classification? Is it an electric motorcycle? If electric, is it classified by displacement analogy? Have 8712 bicycles and 8703 other motor vehicles been excluded?

How to inquire about the current tax rate for HS code 871130? You can inquire through the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China, the 'Single Window', or the 'Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China'. Tax rates vary by country, trade agreements, and annual adjustments. It is recommended to refer to the latest tariff or consult a professional customs broker. Should electric motorcycles be classified under 871130? Electric motorcycles have no cylinder capacity, but according to the General Rules for the Interpretation of the HS, they are usually classified under the corresponding subheading of 8711 by converting motor power or analogizing displacement. If the power is equivalent to a 250-500cc fuel motorcycle, it can be classified under 871130, but proof of motor power must be provided. What are the consequences of filling in the displacement incorrectly during declaration? It may lead to classification errors, which in turn affect tax rates, regulatory conditions, and license requirements. Customs may require amendment of the declaration, supplementary tax payment, or even impose fines. Therefore, it must be accurately declared based on the engine nameplate or technical parameters. How to distinguish a cycle fitted with an auxiliary motor from a motorcycle? A cycle fitted with an auxiliary motor is usually primarily human-pedaled with the engine as auxiliary, and the engine displacement is relatively small; while a motorcycle uses the engine as the main power source. However, both are classified under 8711, with specific subheadings divided by displacement. What regulatory documents are required for importing motorcycles under 871130? Usually, CCC certification (China Compulsory Product Certification), environmental emission certification, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), etc. are required. Specific documents vary by national policy. It is recommended to confirm with customs or professional institutions in advance. Are sidecars classified separately? If a sidecar is imported together with a motorcycle, it should be classified under the corresponding subheading of 8711 along with the complete vehicle; if imported separately, it is classified as a motorcycle part under 8714. However, heading 8711 explicitly includes sidecars, so when a complete vehicle has a sidecar, it is still classified under 8711. How to determine whether a motorcycle's displacement is between 250-500cc? It is based on the total engine cylinder volume, usually indicated on the engine nameplate or vehicle technical parameter table. If it is a multi-cylinder engine, the volumes of all cylinders must be added. Accurate values must be provided during declaration; estimation is not allowed. How to choose the HS code for cross-border e-commerce sales of motorcycles? The corresponding subheading under 8711 should be selected based on the actual displacement. If the displacement is 250-500cc, use 871130. Also note that the destination country's HS code may differ. It is recommended to use the destination customs' code inquiry tool and consult the logistics provider.