Chapter 87 covers railway vehicles, track vehicles, road motor vehicles, tractors, motorcycles, bicycles and other land vehicles, and their parts and accessories. This chapter includes complete vehicles (such as cars, trucks, motorcycles) as well as parts and accessories specifically for these vehicles, but excludes certain general-purpose parts (such as bearings, motors, etc.). Motorcycles and their parts are mainly classified under headings 8711 to 8714. Heading 8714 covers parts and accessories for motorcycles, bicycles and other non-motorized vehicles (including freight tricycles). Specifically includes: saddles, frames, wheel forks, wheels, brakes, transmissions, pedals, cranks, lighting or signaling devices, mudguards, etc. Note, however, that certain electrical lighting devices, if presented separately, may also be classified under Chapter 85, but lighting devices specially designed for vehicles remain classified under this heading. Code 871465 is a 6-digit subheading: the first 2 digits "87" indicate Chapter 87 (Vehicles and their parts, accessories); digits 3-4 "14" indicate heading 8714 (Parts and accessories for motorcycles and bicycles); digits 5-6 "65" indicate subheading 8714.65, i.e., headlamps for motorcycles. According to HS classification, 8714.6 is "Parts for motorcycles", subdivided as follows: 8714.61 saddles, 8714.62 frames, 8714.63 wheel forks, 8714.64 wheels, 8714.65 headlamps, 8714.66 other lighting or signaling devices, 8714.69 other. Therefore 871465 specifically refers to headlamps for motorcycles. Headlamps for motorcycles are specially designed for motorcycles, are parts of motorcycles, and are lighting devices, therefore classified under heading 8714 (motorcycle parts), rather than heading 8512 (Electrical lighting or signaling equipment for bicycles or motor vehicles). Because 8512 covers general electrical lighting devices, while 8714 covers parts specially designed for motorcycles or bicycles. According to General Interpretative Rules 3(a) or 6, parts specially designed for motorcycles are preferentially classified under 8714.
Chapter
Chapter 87 covers railway vehicles, track vehicles, road motor vehicles, tractors, motorcycles, bicycles and other land vehicles, and their parts and accessories. This chapter includes complete vehicles (such as cars, trucks, motorcycles) as well as parts and accessories specifically for these vehicles, but excludes certain general-purpose parts (such as bearings, motors, etc.). Motorcycles and their parts are mainly classified under headings 8711 to 8714.
Heading
Heading 8714 covers parts and accessories for motorcycles, bicycles and other non-motorized vehicles (including freight tricycles). Specifically includes: saddles, frames, wheel forks, wheels, brakes, transmissions, pedals, cranks, lighting or signaling devices, mudguards, etc. Note, however, that certain electrical lighting devices, if presented separately, may also be classified under Chapter 85, but lighting devices specially designed for vehicles remain classified under this heading.
Digit Breakdown
Code 871465 is a 6-digit subheading: the first 2 digits "87" indicate Chapter 87 (Vehicles and their parts, accessories); digits 3-4 "14" indicate heading 8714 (Parts and accessories for motorcycles and bicycles); digits 5-6 "65" indicate subheading 8714.65, i.e., headlamps for motorcycles. According to HS classification, 8714.6 is "Parts for motorcycles", subdivided as follows: 8714.61 saddles, 8714.62 frames, 8714.63 wheel forks, 8714.64 wheels, 8714.65 headlamps, 8714.66 other lighting or signaling devices, 8714.69 other. Therefore 871465 specifically refers to headlamps for motorcycles.
Classification Basis
Headlamps for motorcycles are specially designed for motorcycles, are parts of motorcycles, and are lighting devices, therefore classified under heading 8714 (motorcycle parts), rather than heading 8512 (Electrical lighting or signaling equipment for bicycles or motor vehicles). Because 8512 covers general electrical lighting devices, while 8714 covers parts specially designed for motorcycles or bicycles. According to General Interpretative Rules 3(a) or 6, parts specially designed for motorcycles are preferentially classified under 8714.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The Chinese and foreign language names of the declared goods, which should be accurately described as "Motorcycle headlamp" or "Motorcycle headlight". Brand: Fill in the brand of the headlamp, such as "Philips", "Osram" or the motorcycle original equipment brand. Model: Fill in the specific model or part number of the headlamp, such as "HL-1234". Applicable Vehicle Model: Indicate the motorcycle brand and model to which the headlamp applies, such as "Suitable for Honda CB400". Material: Main materials, such as plastic for the lens, metal for the housing, glass for the bulb, etc. Power: Rated power of the headlamp, such as "12V 35W". Light Source Type: Such as halogen, LED, xenon, etc. Whether in Complete Knock-Down Sets: Indicate whether it is in complete knock-down sets or a finished product, which affects classification. Product Name: Motorcycle headlamp; Brand: Philips; Model: HL-1234; Applicable Vehicle Model: Honda CB400; Material: Plastic lens, metal housing; Power: 12V 35W; Light Source Type: Halogen; Whether in Complete Knock-Down Sets: No. Confusing headlamp with signal lamp, incorrectly classified under 871466. Ignoring brand and model, resulting in false declaration. Not indicating applicable vehicle model, may be classified as general lighting device.
Product Name
The Chinese and foreign language names of the declared goods, which should be accurately described as "Motorcycle headlamp" or "Motorcycle headlight".
⚠️ Incorrectly declared as "motorcycle lamp" or "vehicle lamp", without specifying headlamp.
Brand
Fill in the brand of the headlamp, such as "Philips", "Osram" or the motorcycle original equipment brand.
⚠️ Omitting the brand or filling in "no brand", when there is actually a brand.
Model
Fill in the specific model or part number of the headlamp, such as "HL-1234".
⚠️ Model filled in incompletely or inconsistent with the actual product.
Applicable Vehicle Model
Indicate the motorcycle brand and model to which the headlamp applies, such as "Suitable for Honda CB400".
⚠️ Not filling in the applicable vehicle model, resulting in unclear classification.
Material
Main materials, such as plastic for the lens, metal for the housing, glass for the bulb, etc.
⚠️ Only filling in "plastic" or "metal", without distinguishing the materials of different components.
Power
Rated power of the headlamp, such as "12V 35W".
⚠️ Not filling in power or incorrect units.
Light Source Type
Such as halogen, LED, xenon, etc.
⚠️ Confusing light source types, such as misreporting LED as halogen.
Whether in Complete Knock-Down Sets
Indicate whether it is in complete knock-down sets or a finished product, which affects classification.
⚠️ Not indicating, which may result in classification under other codes.
Confusing headlamp with signal lamp, incorrectly classified under 871466.
Ignoring brand and model, resulting in false declaration.
Not indicating applicable vehicle model, may be classified as general lighting device.
🎯 Classification Logic
Classification basis: According to the Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System, motorcycle headlamps are parts specially designed for motorcycles and are lighting devices. Heading 8714 explicitly includes motorcycle parts, and its subheading 871465 specifically refers to headlamps. When classifying, it is necessary to confirm: 1) whether the product is specially designed for motorcycles; 2) whether it is a headlamp rather than other lighting devices; 3) whether it is presented separately. If it is a general lighting device, it may be classified under 8512. 851210 Lighting or visual signaling equipment for bicycles: 851210 is specially designed for bicycles, while 871465 is specially designed for motorcycles. If the headlamp can be used for bicycles, it is classified under 851210; if specially designed for motorcycles, it is classified under 871465. 851220 Other lighting or visual signaling equipment for motor vehicles: 851220 covers general lighting equipment for motor vehicles such as automobiles and motorcycles, but if the headlamp is specially designed for motorcycles and serves as a motorcycle part, it should still be classified under 871465. In practice, motorcycle headlamps are usually classified under 871465, while automobile headlamps are classified under 851220. 871466 Other lighting or signaling devices for motorcycles: 871466 covers other lighting or signaling devices for motorcycles, such as tail lamps, turn signals, etc., while 871465 only refers to headlamps. 871469 Other parts for motorcycles: 871469 covers other parts for motorcycles not elsewhere specified. If the headlamp does not meet the definition of 871465, it may be incorrectly classified here. Is it specially designed for motorcycles? Is it a headlamp rather than other lamps? Is it presented separately? Are the brand and model declared? Is it confused with 8512?
Basis
Classification basis: According to the Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System, motorcycle headlamps are parts specially designed for motorcycles and are lighting devices. Heading 8714 explicitly includes motorcycle parts, and its subheading 871465 specifically refers to headlamps. When classifying, it is necessary to confirm: 1) whether the product is specially designed for motorcycles; 2) whether it is a headlamp rather than other lighting devices; 3) whether it is presented separately. If it is a general lighting device, it may be classified under 8512.
Confused Codes：
851210 - Lighting or visual signaling equipment for bicycles
851210 is specially designed for bicycles, while 871465 is specially designed for motorcycles. If the headlamp can be used for bicycles, it is classified under 851210; if specially designed for motorcycles, it is classified under 871465.
851220 - Other lighting or visual signaling equipment for motor vehicles
851220 covers general lighting equipment for motor vehicles such as automobiles and motorcycles, but if the headlamp is specially designed for motorcycles and serves as a motorcycle part, it should still be classified under 871465. In practice, motorcycle headlamps are usually classified under 871465, while automobile headlamps are classified under 851220.
871466 - Other lighting or signaling devices for motorcycles
871466 covers other lighting or signaling devices for motorcycles, such as tail lamps, turn signals, etc., while 871465 only refers to headlamps.
871469 - Other parts for motorcycles
871469 covers other parts for motorcycles not elsewhere specified. If the headlamp does not meet the definition of 871465, it may be incorrectly classified here.
Self-Check：
✓ Is it specially designed for motorcycles?
✓ Is it a headlamp rather than other lamps?
✓ Is it presented separately?
✓ Are the brand and model declared?
✓ Is it confused with 8512?
❓ FAQ
Which HS code should motorcycle headlamps be classified under? Motorcycle headlamps should be classified under HS code 871465. This is a part specially designed for motorcycles and is a headlamp, conforming to the description of heading 8714 and its subheading 871465. What is the difference in HS codes between motorcycle headlamps and automobile headlamps? Automobile headlamps are usually classified under 851220 (lighting equipment for other motor vehicles), while motorcycle headlamps are classified under 871465. The difference lies in whether they are specially designed for motorcycles or automobiles, and whether they are classified as motorcycle parts. If the motorcycle headlamp is LED, will the HS code change? No. HS code 871465 is based on use and specificity, and does not change with the light source type (halogen, LED, xenon). However, the light source type should be indicated when declaring. How should motorcycle headlamps in complete knock-down sets be classified? If the complete knock-down set already has the essential character of a finished product, it should still be classified under 871465. If unassembled and does not constitute a finished product, it may be classified as parts, but usually still under 871465. How to check the import tariff rate for motorcycle headlamps? The import tariff rate should be checked according to the customs tariff of the destination country. For China's import tariff rate, refer to the "Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China", or check through the General Administration of Customs website or the Single Window. The rate may change due to free trade agreements, etc. What elements are required for declaring motorcycle headlamps? Declaration elements include product name, brand, model, applicable vehicle model, material, power, light source type, whether in complete knock-down sets, etc. Specific requirements are subject to customs. What is the export tax rebate for motorcycle headlamps classified under 871465? The export tax rebate rate should be checked according to China's export tax rebate policy, which may be adjusted in different periods. Refer to the export tax rebate rate library published by the State Administration of Taxation. If the motorcycle headlamp has a turn signal function, how should it be classified? If the headlamp integrates a turn signal function, it is still mainly classified as a headlamp under 871465. If the turn signal function is independent, they may be classified separately.
Q: Which HS code should motorcycle headlamps be classified under?
A: Motorcycle headlamps should be classified under HS code 871465. This is a part specially designed for motorcycles and is a headlamp, conforming to the description of heading 8714 and its subheading 871465.
Q: What is the difference in HS codes between motorcycle headlamps and automobile headlamps?
A: Automobile headlamps are usually classified under 851220 (lighting equipment for other motor vehicles), while motorcycle headlamps are classified under 871465. The difference lies in whether they are specially designed for motorcycles or automobiles, and whether they are classified as motorcycle parts.
Q: If the motorcycle headlamp is LED, will the HS code change?
A: No. HS code 871465 is based on use and specificity, and does not change with the light source type (halogen, LED, xenon). However, the light source type should be indicated when declaring.
Q: How should motorcycle headlamps in complete knock-down sets be classified?
A: If the complete knock-down set already has the essential character of a finished product, it should still be classified under 871465. If unassembled and does not constitute a finished product, it may be classified as parts, but usually still under 871465.
Q: How to check the import tariff rate for motorcycle headlamps?
A: The import tariff rate should be checked according to the customs tariff of the destination country. For China's import tariff rate, refer to the "Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China", or check through the General Administration of Customs website or the Single Window. The rate may change due to free trade agreements, etc.
Q: What elements are required for declaring motorcycle headlamps?
A: Declaration elements include product name, brand, model, applicable vehicle model, material, power, light source type, whether in complete knock-down sets, etc. Specific requirements are subject to customs.
Q: What is the export tax rebate for motorcycle headlamps classified under 871465?
A: The export tax rebate rate should be checked according to China's export tax rebate policy, which may be adjusted in different periods. Refer to the export tax rebate rate library published by the State Administration of Taxation.
Q: If the motorcycle headlamp has a turn signal function, how should it be classified?
A: If the headlamp integrates a turn signal function, it is still mainly classified as a headlamp under 871465. If the turn signal function is independent, they may be classified separately.
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