Chapter 87 covers vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof. It includes motor vehicles, tractors, motorcycles, bicycles, wheelchairs, etc., as well as their dedicated parts and accessories. This chapter does not cover certain general-purpose parts (such as bolts and nuts), but parts dedicated to motorcycles are still classified in this chapter. Heading 8714 covers parts and accessories for motorcycles and bicycles, including saddles, pedals, gears, brakes, frames, hubs, etc. However, general-purpose fasteners such as bolts and nuts, if dedicated to motorcycles, are still classified under this heading. The first 2 digits 87 represent Chapter 87 (Vehicles and parts and accessories thereof); digits 3-4, 14, represent heading 8714 (Parts and accessories for motorcycles and bicycles); digits 5-6, 76, represent subheading 871476, specifically bolts and nuts for motorcycles. Note: this subheading is a 6-digit subheading, which is a relatively detailed classification in the HS code, applicable to bolts and nuts dedicated to motorcycles. The goods are bolts and nuts dedicated to motorcycles, belonging to motorcycle parts, and are therefore classified in Chapter 87. Since they are dedicated parts rather than general-purpose fasteners, they are not classified in Chapter 73 (Articles of iron or steel). Within heading 8714, they are further classified under 871476 according to use (for motorcycles).
Chapter
Chapter 87 covers vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof. It includes motor vehicles, tractors, motorcycles, bicycles, wheelchairs, etc., as well as their dedicated parts and accessories. This chapter does not cover certain general-purpose parts (such as bolts and nuts), but parts dedicated to motorcycles are still classified in this chapter.
Heading
Heading 8714 covers parts and accessories for motorcycles and bicycles, including saddles, pedals, gears, brakes, frames, hubs, etc. However, general-purpose fasteners such as bolts and nuts, if dedicated to motorcycles, are still classified under this heading.
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits 87 represent Chapter 87 (Vehicles and parts and accessories thereof); digits 3-4, 14, represent heading 8714 (Parts and accessories for motorcycles and bicycles); digits 5-6, 76, represent subheading 871476, specifically bolts and nuts for motorcycles. Note: this subheading is a 6-digit subheading, which is a relatively detailed classification in the HS code, applicable to bolts and nuts dedicated to motorcycles.
Classification Basis
The goods are bolts and nuts dedicated to motorcycles, belonging to motorcycle parts, and are therefore classified in Chapter 87. Since they are dedicated parts rather than general-purpose fasteners, they are not classified in Chapter 73 (Articles of iron or steel). Within heading 8714, they are further classified under 871476 according to use (for motorcycles).
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The specific name of the declared goods, such as "bolts for motorcycles" or "nuts for motorcycles", which must be consistent with the actual goods. Material: Declare the material of the bolts or nuts, such as "stainless steel", "alloy steel", etc., which affects classification and tariff rate. Specifications/Model: Declare the dimensions, strength grade, etc. of the bolts or nuts, such as "M10×1.25, strength grade 10.9". Use: Clearly declare dedicated for motorcycles, such as "for motorcycle engine fastening". Brand: Declare the brand or trademark; if no brand, indicate "no brand". Manufacturer: Declare the name of the manufacturer for traceability. Is it a standard part: Declare whether it is a standard part, such as "non-standard part" or "standard part". Product Name: Bolts for motorcycles; Material: Alloy steel; Specifications/Model: M10×1.25, strength grade 10.9; Use: Dedicated for motorcycle engine fastening; Brand: XX; Manufacturer: XX Company; Is it a standard part: Non-standard part. Failure to indicate "dedicated for motorcycles" may result in misclassification under general-purpose fastener codes. Material declaration is not specific, such as writing only "steel", which affects classification. Incomplete specifications/model make it impossible to determine whether it is dedicated.
Product Name
The specific name of the declared goods, such as "bolts for motorcycles" or "nuts for motorcycles", which must be consistent with the actual goods.
⚠️ Declaring generically as "bolts" or "fasteners" without specifying dedicated for motorcycles.
Material
Declare the material of the bolts or nuts, such as "stainless steel", "alloy steel", etc., which affects classification and tariff rate.
⚠️ Writing only "steel" without distinguishing the specific steel type.
Specifications/Model
Declare the dimensions, strength grade, etc. of the bolts or nuts, such as "M10×1.25, strength grade 10.9".
⚠️ Incomplete specifications/model, making it impossible to determine the specific use.
Use
Clearly declare dedicated for motorcycles, such as "for motorcycle engine fastening".
⚠️ Failing to indicate dedicated use, which may result in classification as general-purpose fasteners.
Brand
Declare the brand or trademark; if no brand, indicate "no brand".
⚠️ False brand declaration or inconsistency with the actual goods.
Manufacturer
Declare the name of the manufacturer for traceability.
⚠️ Failure to declare or incorrect declaration.
Is it a standard part
Declare whether it is a standard part, such as "non-standard part" or "standard part".
⚠️ Confusing standard parts with non-standard parts.
Example： Product Name: Bolts for motorcycles; Material: Alloy steel; Specifications/Model: M10×1.25, strength grade 10.9; Use: Dedicated for motorcycle engine fastening; Brand: XX; Manufacturer: XX Company; Is it a standard part: Non-standard part.
Common Mistakes：
Failure to indicate "dedicated for motorcycles" may result in misclassification under general-purpose fastener codes.
Material declaration is not specific, such as writing only "steel", which affects classification.
Incomplete specifications/model make it impossible to determine whether it is dedicated.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core basis for classification: 1. Whether the goods are dedicated motorcycle parts; 2. Whether they belong to fasteners such as bolts and nuts; 3. Whether general-purpose fasteners (Chapter 73) are excluded. If dedicated for motorcycles, classify under 871476; if general-purpose, classify under 7318. 7318 Iron or steel bolts and nuts: 7318 is for general-purpose fasteners, not limited to motorcycles; 871476 is dedicated for motorcycles. If the bolts and nuts are general-purpose, they should be classified under 7318. 871410 Motorcycle parts (other): 871410 is for other motorcycle parts, but bolts and nuts are explicitly listed under 871476, so 871476 takes priority. 871419 Other motorcycle parts: 871419 is for motorcycle parts not elsewhere specified, but bolts and nuts are already specified, so they are not classified here. 871496 Motorcycle frames, hubs, etc.: 871496 is for motorcycle frames, etc., while bolts and nuts are fasteners, which is different. Are they dedicated for motorcycles? Do they belong to bolts or nuts? Does the material affect classification? Can they be classified as general-purpose fasteners? Are they already listed under 871476?
Basis
Core basis for classification: 1. Whether the goods are dedicated motorcycle parts; 2. Whether they belong to fasteners such as bolts and nuts; 3. Whether general-purpose fasteners (Chapter 73) are excluded. If dedicated for motorcycles, classify under 871476; if general-purpose, classify under 7318.
Confused Codes：
7318 - Iron or steel bolts and nuts
7318 is for general-purpose fasteners, not limited to motorcycles; 871476 is dedicated for motorcycles. If the bolts and nuts are general-purpose, they should be classified under 7318.
871410 - Motorcycle parts (other)
871410 is for other motorcycle parts, but bolts and nuts are explicitly listed under 871476, so 871476 takes priority.
871419 - Other motorcycle parts
871419 is for motorcycle parts not elsewhere specified, but bolts and nuts are already specified, so they are not classified here.
871496 - Motorcycle frames, hubs, etc.
871496 is for motorcycle frames, etc., while bolts and nuts are fasteners, which is different.
Self-Check：
✓ Are they dedicated for motorcycles?
✓ Do they belong to bolts or nuts?
✓ Does the material affect classification?
✓ Can they be classified as general-purpose fasteners?
✓ Are they already listed under 871476?
❓ FAQ
How to determine whether bolts are dedicated for motorcycles? Determine based on product design, specifications, use, and sales channels. If they are used only for motorcycles and are not general-purpose, they are considered dedicated. Technical documents or contract proof are required. What is the difference in classification between motorcycle bolts and general-purpose bolts? Motorcycle-dedicated bolts are classified under 871476, while general-purpose bolts are classified under 7318. The difference lies in whether they are dedicated for motorcycles. What are the consequences of not indicating "dedicated for motorcycles" at declaration? It may lead to incorrect classification under 7318, affecting the tariff rate and regulatory conditions. Timely correction is required. Does 871476 include screws? 871476 includes only bolts and nuts, not screws. Screws should be classified under 871479 or other subheadings. How to check the tariff rate for 871476? The latest tariff rate can be checked through the General Administration of Customs website, HS code query platforms, or by consulting a customs broker. Tariff rates may change, and the latest published rates shall prevail. What documents are required for importing motorcycle bolts? Usually a contract, invoice, packing list, bill of lading, declaration elements, etc. are required. Proof of use may be required when necessary. What is the difference between 871476 and 871479? 871476 is for bolts and nuts, while 871479 is for other fasteners such as screws, washers, etc. If bolts can be used for both motorcycles and automobiles, how should they be classified? If they are general-purpose, they should be classified as general-purpose fasteners under 7318. If they are mainly designed for motorcycles, they may be classified under 871476, but proof must be provided.
Q: How to determine whether bolts are dedicated for motorcycles?
A: Determine based on product design, specifications, use, and sales channels. If they are used only for motorcycles and are not general-purpose, they are considered dedicated. Technical documents or contract proof are required.
Q: What is the difference in classification between motorcycle bolts and general-purpose bolts?
A: Motorcycle-dedicated bolts are classified under 871476, while general-purpose bolts are classified under 7318. The difference lies in whether they are dedicated for motorcycles.
Q: What are the consequences of not indicating "dedicated for motorcycles" at declaration?
A: It may lead to incorrect classification under 7318, affecting the tariff rate and regulatory conditions. Timely correction is required.
Q: Does 871476 include screws?
A: 871476 includes only bolts and nuts, not screws. Screws should be classified under 871479 or other subheadings.
Q: How to check the tariff rate for 871476?
A: The latest tariff rate can be checked through the General Administration of Customs website, HS code query platforms, or by consulting a customs broker. Tariff rates may change, and the latest published rates shall prevail.
Q: What documents are required for importing motorcycle bolts?
A: Usually a contract, invoice, packing list, bill of lading, declaration elements, etc. are required. Proof of use may be required when necessary.
Q: What is the difference between 871476 and 871479?
A: 871476 is for bolts and nuts, while 871479 is for other fasteners such as screws, washers, etc.
Q: If bolts can be used for both motorcycles and automobiles, how should they be classified?
A: If they are general-purpose, they should be classified as general-purpose fasteners under 7318. If they are mainly designed for motorcycles, they may be classified under 871476, but proof must be provided.
⚠️ 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.