Chapter 87 covers all land motor vehicles and their parts and accessories, other than railway or tramway rolling stock, including automobiles, motorcycles, bicycles, trailers, etc. The core of this chapter lies in 'motor vehicles' and their dedicated parts, emphasizing that goods must be directly related to vehicle drive, running, or body structure. Motorcycles, as two-wheeled or three-wheeled motor vehicles, are classified under 8711 as complete vehicles, while dedicated parts are classified under 8714. This chapter does not include general mechanical parts (such as bearings, bolts) unless clearly intended for vehicles. Heading 8714 specifically refers to parts and accessories of non-motorized or motorized two-wheeled and three-wheeled vehicles such as motorcycles and bicycles, including body panels, fairings, frames, wheel hubs, brakes, gearboxes, etc. However, note: engines, motors, ignition systems, and other electrical or power core components are not classified under this heading, but should be classified under Chapter 84 or Chapter 85. 8714 is further subdivided into multiple subheadings, with 871444 specifically referring to body panels and fairings for motorcycles. Code 871444 is a 6-digit subheading: the first 2 digits '87' represent Chapter 87 (Vehicles and their parts and accessories, other than railway or tramway rolling stock); digits 3-4 '14' represent heading 8714 (Parts and accessories of motorcycles and bicycles); digits 5-6 '44' represent subheading 871444, specifically referring to body panels and fairings for motorcycles. Among these, '44' under 8714 further distinguishes specific part types, such as 871410 for motorcycle brakes and their parts, 871420 for motorcycle frames, forks, etc., and 871444 is specifically for body panels and fairings. This commodity is a motorcycle-specific body panel and fairing, belonging to the appearance and aerodynamic components of motorcycles, directly mounted on the frame, not involving power or transmission functions. Therefore, it is classified under 8714 rather than 8711 (complete motorcycles), nor 8716 (trailers) or 8708 (automobile parts). At the same time, if the material is plastic or metal, it is also not classified under Chapter 39 or Chapter 73, because it constitutes a motorcycle-specific part and complies with the Chapter 87 notes.
Chapter
Chapter 87 covers all land motor vehicles and their parts and accessories, other than railway or tramway rolling stock, including automobiles, motorcycles, bicycles, trailers, etc. The core of this chapter lies in 'motor vehicles' and their dedicated parts, emphasizing that goods must be directly related to vehicle drive, running, or body structure. Motorcycles, as two-wheeled or three-wheeled motor vehicles, are classified under 8711 as complete vehicles, while dedicated parts are classified under 8714. This chapter does not include general mechanical parts (such as bearings, bolts) unless clearly intended for vehicles.
Heading
Heading 8714 specifically refers to parts and accessories of non-motorized or motorized two-wheeled and three-wheeled vehicles such as motorcycles and bicycles, including body panels, fairings, frames, wheel hubs, brakes, gearboxes, etc. However, note: engines, motors, ignition systems, and other electrical or power core components are not classified under this heading, but should be classified under Chapter 84 or Chapter 85. 8714 is further subdivided into multiple subheadings, with 871444 specifically referring to body panels and fairings for motorcycles.
Digit Breakdown
Code 871444 is a 6-digit subheading: the first 2 digits '87' represent Chapter 87 (Vehicles and their parts and accessories, other than railway or tramway rolling stock); digits 3-4 '14' represent heading 8714 (Parts and accessories of motorcycles and bicycles); digits 5-6 '44' represent subheading 871444, specifically referring to body panels and fairings for motorcycles. Among these, '44' under 8714 further distinguishes specific part types, such as 871410 for motorcycle brakes and their parts, 871420 for motorcycle frames, forks, etc., and 871444 is specifically for body panels and fairings.
Classification Basis
This commodity is a motorcycle-specific body panel and fairing, belonging to the appearance and aerodynamic components of motorcycles, directly mounted on the frame, not involving power or transmission functions. Therefore, it is classified under 8714 rather than 8711 (complete motorcycles), nor 8716 (trailers) or 8708 (automobile parts). At the same time, if the material is plastic or metal, it is also not classified under Chapter 39 or Chapter 73, because it constitutes a motorcycle-specific part and complies with the Chapter 87 notes.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The specific name of the declared commodity, such as 'motorcycle fairing', 'side cover', 'front fender', etc., which must be consistent with the actual item. Material: The main material, such as ABS plastic, carbon fiber, fiberglass, metal, etc., which affects classification and tax rate. Applicable Vehicle Model: Clearly intended for motorcycles, such as 'for motorcycles', 'two-wheeled motorcycles', 'off-road motorcycles', etc. Brand (Make): Manufacturer or brand name, such as 'Honda', 'Yamaha', or 'unbranded'. Model: Part model or applicable motorcycle model, such as 'suitable for CG125'. Whether in Complete Knock-Down (CKD) Sets: Whether imported as complete knock-down sets; if in complete sets, it may be classified as a complete vehicle. Processing Technique: Such as injection molding, stamping, welding, etc., to assist in determining classification. Product Name: Motorcycle front fairing; Material: ABS plastic; Applicable Vehicle Model: Two-wheeled motorcycle; Brand: Unbranded; Model: Suitable for CG125; Whether in Complete Knock-Down Sets: No; Processing Technique: Injection molding. Declaring the fairing and frame separately, but if imported together and constituting the characteristics of a complete vehicle, they may be classified under 8711. Declaring the material as 'plastic' but it is actually carbon fiber; carbon fiber should be classified under 6815 or still classified as a part, requiring accurate description. Ignoring the declaration of 'motorcycle-specific', leading to mistaken classification under 3926 or 8708.
Product Name
The specific name of the declared commodity, such as 'motorcycle fairing', 'side cover', 'front fender', etc., which must be consistent with the actual item.
⚠️ Declaring it generically as 'motorcycle accessories' or 'plastic parts', leading to classification disputes.
Material
The main material, such as ABS plastic, carbon fiber, fiberglass, metal, etc., which affects classification and tax rate.
⚠️ Writing only 'plastic' without specifying the type, or confusing 'plastic' with 'resin'.
Applicable Vehicle Model
Clearly intended for motorcycles, such as 'for motorcycles', 'two-wheeled motorcycles', 'off-road motorcycles', etc.
⚠️ Not specifying motorcycle, which may be mistakenly classified as automobile parts or general plastic products.
Brand (Make)
Manufacturer or brand name, such as 'Honda', 'Yamaha', or 'unbranded'.
⚠️ Omitting the brand or filling it in incompletely, affecting intellectual property verification.
Model
Part model or applicable motorcycle model, such as 'suitable for CG125'.
⚠️ Model inconsistent with the actual item, leading to customs questioning.
Whether in Complete Knock-Down (CKD) Sets
Whether imported as complete knock-down sets; if in complete sets, it may be classified as a complete vehicle.
⚠️ Declaring multiple parts as individual items when they are actually complete knock-down sets, resulting in classification as a complete vehicle.
Processing Technique
Such as injection molding, stamping, welding, etc., to assist in determining classification.
⚠️ Ignoring the process description, making it impossible to distinguish the boundary with other chapters.
Example： Product Name: Motorcycle front fairing; Material: ABS plastic; Applicable Vehicle Model: Two-wheeled motorcycle; Brand: Unbranded; Model: Suitable for CG125; Whether in Complete Knock-Down Sets: No; Processing Technique: Injection molding.
Common Mistakes：
Declaring the fairing and frame separately, but if imported together and constituting the characteristics of a complete vehicle, they may be classified under 8711.
Declaring the material as 'plastic' but it is actually carbon fiber; carbon fiber should be classified under 6815 or still classified as a part, requiring accurate description.
Ignoring the declaration of 'motorcycle-specific', leading to mistaken classification under 3926 or 8708.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is that the commodity must be a motorcycle-specific part and must be a body panel or fairing. According to the Chapter 87 notes, parts must be solely or principally used for motorcycles. If a part is of a general nature (such as bolts, lamps), it is classified according to material or function. At the same time, attention must be paid to whether it constitutes the characteristics of a complete vehicle; if multiple parts combined possess the essential characteristics of a motorcycle, they are classified as a complete vehicle under 8711. 871410 Motorcycle brakes and their parts: Brakes are functional components, while fairings are appearance panels; different functions. 871420 Motorcycle frames, forks, etc.: The frame is a structural component, while the fairing is a panel; different installation positions and functions. 870829 Automobile body panels: Automobile parts are classified under 8708, motorcycle parts under 8714; different applicable vehicle models. 392630 Plastic fittings for furniture, bodies, etc.: If the plastic part is not specifically for motorcycles, it may be classified under 3926, but specific parts are preferentially classified under 8714. 871120 Complete motorcycles: Complete vehicles are classified under 8711, parts under 8714; if complete knock-down sets constitute a complete vehicle, they are classified under 8711. Is it specifically for motorcycles? Is it a body panel or fairing? Does the material affect classification? Does it form complete knock-down sets with other parts? Does it possess the essential characteristics of a complete vehicle?
Basis
The core basis for classification is that the commodity must be a motorcycle-specific part and must be a body panel or fairing. According to the Chapter 87 notes, parts must be solely or principally used for motorcycles. If a part is of a general nature (such as bolts, lamps), it is classified according to material or function. At the same time, attention must be paid to whether it constitutes the characteristics of a complete vehicle; if multiple parts combined possess the essential characteristics of a motorcycle, they are classified as a complete vehicle under 8711.
Confused Codes：
871410 - Motorcycle brakes and their parts
Brakes are functional components, while fairings are appearance panels; different functions.
871420 - Motorcycle frames, forks, etc.
The frame is a structural component, while the fairing is a panel; different installation positions and functions.
870829 - Automobile body panels
Automobile parts are classified under 8708, motorcycle parts under 8714; different applicable vehicle models.
392630 - Plastic fittings for furniture, bodies, etc.
If the plastic part is not specifically for motorcycles, it may be classified under 3926, but specific parts are preferentially classified under 8714.
871120 - Complete motorcycles
Complete vehicles are classified under 8711, parts under 8714; if complete knock-down sets constitute a complete vehicle, they are classified under 8711.
Self-Check：
✓ Is it specifically for motorcycles?
✓ Is it a body panel or fairing?
✓ Does the material affect classification?
✓ Does it form complete knock-down sets with other parts?
✓ Does it possess the essential characteristics of a complete vehicle?
❓ FAQ
What is the HS code for motorcycle fairings? The HS code for motorcycle body panels and fairings is 871444. This code falls under heading 8714, specifically for motorcycle parts. When importing, elements such as material and applicable vehicle model must be declared. How to distinguish motorcycle fairings from automobile fairings? Motorcycle fairings are classified under 871444, automobile fairings under 870829. The main difference lies in the applicable vehicle model: motorcycles are two-wheeled or three-wheeled, automobiles are four-wheeled. When declaring, 'for motorcycles' must be specified. Are plastic motorcycle fairings classified under 3926? No, they are not classified under 3926, because 8714 is a more specific heading, and the Chapter 87 notes stipulate that parts specifically for motorcycles are preferentially classified under Chapter 87. However, if the plastic part is of a general nature, it may be classified under 3926. What declaration elements are required for importing motorcycle fairings? Product name, material, applicable vehicle model, brand, model, whether in complete knock-down sets, processing technique, etc. are required. Specific requirements are subject to customs; it is recommended to refer to the 'Catalogue of Specifications for Declaration of Import and Export Commodities of the Customs of the People's Republic of China'. How to classify motorcycle fairings and frames imported together? If the fairing and frame are imported together and constitute the characteristics of a complete motorcycle, they should be classified under 8711 (complete motorcycles). If imported separately, they are classified under 871444 and 871420 respectively. Whether they constitute a complete vehicle shall be determined according to Chapter 87 Note 2. Are there special provisions for the classification of carbon fiber motorcycle fairings? Carbon fiber fairings are still classified under 871444, because classification is based on use rather than material. However, carbon fiber materials may involve anti-dumping or special supervision, and the latest customs announcements should be monitored. How to inquire about the import tax rate for 871444? Tax rates change; it is recommended to inquire about the latest tax rates through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, China International Trade Single Window, or by consulting a customs broker. Also pay attention to preferential tax rates under free trade agreements. Does the export tax rebate apply to motorcycle fairings? The export tax rebate depends on the commodity code and the export tax rebate catalogue. 871444 generally enjoys export tax rebates, but the specific rebate rate must be checked in the Export Tax Rebate Rate Database published by the State Administration of Taxation.
Q: What is the HS code for motorcycle fairings?
A: The HS code for motorcycle body panels and fairings is 871444. This code falls under heading 8714, specifically for motorcycle parts. When importing, elements such as material and applicable vehicle model must be declared.
Q: How to distinguish motorcycle fairings from automobile fairings?
A: Motorcycle fairings are classified under 871444, automobile fairings under 870829. The main difference lies in the applicable vehicle model: motorcycles are two-wheeled or three-wheeled, automobiles are four-wheeled. When declaring, 'for motorcycles' must be specified.
Q: Are plastic motorcycle fairings classified under 3926?
A: No, they are not classified under 3926, because 8714 is a more specific heading, and the Chapter 87 notes stipulate that parts specifically for motorcycles are preferentially classified under Chapter 87. However, if the plastic part is of a general nature, it may be classified under 3926.
Q: What declaration elements are required for importing motorcycle fairings?
A: Product name, material, applicable vehicle model, brand, model, whether in complete knock-down sets, processing technique, etc. are required. Specific requirements are subject to customs; it is recommended to refer to the 'Catalogue of Specifications for Declaration of Import and Export Commodities of the Customs of the People's Republic of China'.
Q: How to classify motorcycle fairings and frames imported together?
A: If the fairing and frame are imported together and constitute the characteristics of a complete motorcycle, they should be classified under 8711 (complete motorcycles). If imported separately, they are classified under 871444 and 871420 respectively. Whether they constitute a complete vehicle shall be determined according to Chapter 87 Note 2.
Q: Are there special provisions for the classification of carbon fiber motorcycle fairings?
A: Carbon fiber fairings are still classified under 871444, because classification is based on use rather than material. However, carbon fiber materials may involve anti-dumping or special supervision, and the latest customs announcements should be monitored.
Q: How to inquire about the import tax rate for 871444?
A: Tax rates change; it is recommended to inquire about the latest tax rates through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, China International Trade Single Window, or by consulting a customs broker. Also pay attention to preferential tax rates under free trade agreements.
Q: Does the export tax rebate apply to motorcycle fairings?
A: The export tax rebate depends on the commodity code and the export tax rebate catalogue. 871444 generally enjoys export tax rebates, but the specific rebate rate must be checked in the Export Tax Rebate Rate Database published by the State Administration of Taxation.
⚠️ 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.