Chapter 87 covers vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock, and parts and accessories thereof, including motor vehicles, tractors, motorcycles, bicycles, wheelchairs, etc. The core of this chapter lies in transport vehicles and their dedicated parts, but engines, electrical equipment, etc., if separately declared, are classified in other chapters. Motorcycle chain guards, as dedicated motorcycle accessories, fall within the scope of parts of this chapter. Heading 8714 covers parts and accessories for motorcycles and bicycles, including saddles, frames, wheel forks, drive mechanisms, chain guards, mudguards, etc. However, it does not include general-purpose parts (such as bolts, bearings) or electrical components (such as lamps, horns), which must be classified in other headings. This heading emphasizes parts dedicated to motorcycles or bicycles. First 2 digits 87 = Chapter for vehicles and their parts; digits 3-4: 14 = heading for parts and accessories of motorcycles and bicycles; digits 5-6: 80 = other subheading, specifically referring to motorcycle chain guards. The entire code 871480 indicates motorcycle chain guards, which are chain protection devices dedicated to motorcycles, usually made of metal or plastic. This commodity is dedicated to motorcycles, belongs to motorcycle parts, and chain guards are explicitly named in heading 8714, so it is classified under 871480. It is not classified under 871410 (motorcycle saddles) or 871419 (other motorcycle parts), because chain guards are specific accessories with an independent subheading.
Chapter
Chapter 87 covers vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock, and parts and accessories thereof, including motor vehicles, tractors, motorcycles, bicycles, wheelchairs, etc. The core of this chapter lies in transport vehicles and their dedicated parts, but engines, electrical equipment, etc., if separately declared, are classified in other chapters. Motorcycle chain guards, as dedicated motorcycle accessories, fall within the scope of parts of this chapter.
Heading
Heading 8714 covers parts and accessories for motorcycles and bicycles, including saddles, frames, wheel forks, drive mechanisms, chain guards, mudguards, etc. However, it does not include general-purpose parts (such as bolts, bearings) or electrical components (such as lamps, horns), which must be classified in other headings. This heading emphasizes parts dedicated to motorcycles or bicycles.
Digit Breakdown
First 2 digits 87 = Chapter for vehicles and their parts; digits 3-4: 14 = heading for parts and accessories of motorcycles and bicycles; digits 5-6: 80 = other subheading, specifically referring to motorcycle chain guards. The entire code 871480 indicates motorcycle chain guards, which are chain protection devices dedicated to motorcycles, usually made of metal or plastic.
Classification Basis
This commodity is dedicated to motorcycles, belongs to motorcycle parts, and chain guards are explicitly named in heading 8714, so it is classified under 871480. It is not classified under 871410 (motorcycle saddles) or 871419 (other motorcycle parts), because chain guards are specific accessories with an independent subheading.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: Declare the commodity name, which should be accurately described as "motorcycle chain guard", avoiding vague expressions such as "guard". Material: Declare the main material of the guard, such as metal (steel, aluminum), plastic, etc. Different materials may affect classification. Brand: Declare the brand name. If there is no brand, fill in "no brand". The brand helps customs confirm the attributes of the commodity. Model: Declare the product model. If there is no model, fill in "no model". The model facilitates customs identification of the specific commodity. Applicable Vehicle Type: Declare the type or displacement of motorcycle to which the guard applies, such as "suitable for 125cc displacement motorcycles". Purpose: Declare the specific purpose of the guard, such as "used to protect the motorcycle chain and prevent foreign objects from being caught". Installation Position: Declare the installation position of the guard on the motorcycle, such as "above the rear wheel chain". Whether in Complete Sets of Knocked-Down Parts: Declare whether it is imported as a complete set of knocked-down parts, such as "not in complete sets of knocked-down parts". Product Name: Motorcycle chain guard; Material: Aluminum alloy; Brand: No brand; Model: CG125-01; Applicable Vehicle Type: 125cc displacement motorcycle; Purpose: Protect the chain and prevent foreign objects from being caught; Installation Position: Above the rear wheel chain; Whether in Complete Sets of Knocked-Down Parts: Not in complete sets of knocked-down parts. Material declaration is untrue, such as actually being plastic but declared as metal, which may lead to classification errors. Failure to indicate "for motorcycles" may result in misclassification as bicycle parts or other headings. Incorrect declaration of brand and model affects customs risk analysis and subsequent audits.
Product Name
Declare the commodity name, which should be accurately described as "motorcycle chain guard", avoiding vague expressions such as "guard".
⚠️ Only writing "guard" or "chain cover", without indicating it is for motorcycles.
Material
Declare the main material of the guard, such as metal (steel, aluminum), plastic, etc. Different materials may affect classification.
⚠️ Material is not filled in specifically, such as "metal" without distinguishing steel or aluminum.
Brand
Declare the brand name. If there is no brand, fill in "no brand". The brand helps customs confirm the attributes of the commodity.
⚠️ Brand is filled in incorrectly or does not match the actual product.
Model
Declare the product model. If there is no model, fill in "no model". The model facilitates customs identification of the specific commodity.
⚠️ Model is incomplete or inconsistent with the actual product.
Applicable Vehicle Type
Declare the type or displacement of motorcycle to which the guard applies, such as "suitable for 125cc displacement motorcycles".
⚠️ Failure to indicate the applicable vehicle type, leading to classification disputes.
Purpose
Declare the specific purpose of the guard, such as "used to protect the motorcycle chain and prevent foreign objects from being caught".
⚠️ Purpose description is too simple, such as "for protection".
Installation Position
Declare the installation position of the guard on the motorcycle, such as "above the rear wheel chain".
⚠️ Installation position description is unclear, affecting classification.
Whether in Complete Sets of Knocked-Down Parts
Declare whether it is imported as a complete set of knocked-down parts, such as "not in complete sets of knocked-down parts".
⚠️ Misdeclared as complete sets of knocked-down parts, affecting the tax rate.
Example： Product Name: Motorcycle chain guard; Material: Aluminum alloy; Brand: No brand; Model: CG125-01; Applicable Vehicle Type: 125cc displacement motorcycle; Purpose: Protect the chain and prevent foreign objects from being caught; Installation Position: Above the rear wheel chain; Whether in Complete Sets of Knocked-Down Parts: Not in complete sets of knocked-down parts.
Common Mistakes：
Material declaration is untrue, such as actually being plastic but declared as metal, which may lead to classification errors.
Failure to indicate "for motorcycles" may result in misclassification as bicycle parts or other headings.
Incorrect declaration of brand and model affects customs risk analysis and subsequent audits.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is the Import and Export Tariff and the HS Explanatory Notes. Motorcycle chain guards are dedicated motorcycle parts and conform to the description of heading 8714 "parts and accessories of motorcycles and bicycles". According to General Rules of Interpretation 1 and 6, they should be classified under 871480. Note that if the guard is a general-purpose part or used for other vehicles, it is not classified under this code. 871410 Motorcycle saddles: 871410 is for motorcycle saddles, while 871480 is for chain guards. Both are motorcycle parts but different specific components and must not be confused. 871419 Other motorcycle parts: 871419 is for other motorcycle parts not elsewhere specified, while 871480 is for chain guards. Since chain guards are specifically named, they are preferentially classified under 871480. 871420 Parts for invalid carriages: 871420 is dedicated to parts for invalid carriages, while 871480 is for motorcycles. The applicable objects are different. 871491 Motorcycle frames: 871491 is for motorcycle frames, while 871480 is for chain guards. Their structures and functions are different and must not be misclassified. 871499 Other motorcycle parts: 871499 is for other motorcycle parts not elsewhere specified, while chain guards have a clear subheading 871480, so they are not classified under 871499. Is it dedicated to motorcycles? Is it a chain guard? Does the material affect classification? Is it confused with saddles, frames, etc.? Does it need to be declared as complete sets of knocked-down parts?
Basis
The core basis for classification is the Import and Export Tariff and the HS Explanatory Notes. Motorcycle chain guards are dedicated motorcycle parts and conform to the description of heading 8714 "parts and accessories of motorcycles and bicycles". According to General Rules of Interpretation 1 and 6, they should be classified under 871480. Note that if the guard is a general-purpose part or used for other vehicles, it is not classified under this code.
Confused Codes：
871410 - Motorcycle saddles
871410 is for motorcycle saddles, while 871480 is for chain guards. Both are motorcycle parts but different specific components and must not be confused.
871419 - Other motorcycle parts
871419 is for other motorcycle parts not elsewhere specified, while 871480 is for chain guards. Since chain guards are specifically named, they are preferentially classified under 871480.
871420 - Parts for invalid carriages
871420 is dedicated to parts for invalid carriages, while 871480 is for motorcycles. The applicable objects are different.
871491 - Motorcycle frames
871491 is for motorcycle frames, while 871480 is for chain guards. Their structures and functions are different and must not be misclassified.
871499 - Other motorcycle parts
871499 is for other motorcycle parts not elsewhere specified, while chain guards have a clear subheading 871480, so they are not classified under 871499.
Self-Check：
✓ Is it dedicated to motorcycles?
✓ Is it a chain guard?
✓ Does the material affect classification?
✓ Is it confused with saddles, frames, etc.?
✓ Does it need to be declared as complete sets of knocked-down parts?
❓ FAQ
What is the HS code for motorcycle chain guards? The HS code for motorcycle chain guards is 871480. This code belongs to Chapter 87 for vehicles and their parts, heading 8714 for parts and accessories of motorcycles and bicycles, and subheading 871480 specifically refers to motorcycle chain guards. How can I look up the HS code for motorcycle chain guards? You can use the customs tariff, HS code query websites, or consult a customs broker. Enter the keyword "motorcycle chain guard" and the system will match 871480. You can also confirm based on classification rules that it is dedicated to motorcycles and is a chain guard, so it is classified under 871480. What is the difference between the HS codes for motorcycle chain guards and bicycle chain guards? Motorcycle chain guards are classified under 871480, while bicycle chain guards are classified under 871499 (other bicycle parts) or 871496 (bicycle chain guards, if applicable). The applicable objects are different. Motorcycle use is classified under 8714, and bicycle use is also classified under 8714 but with different subheadings, which must be determined according to the specific subheading. What elements should be noted when declaring motorcycle chain guards? It is necessary to declare the product name, material, brand, model, applicable vehicle type, purpose, installation position, and whether in complete sets of knocked-down parts. Ensure the information is accurate, especially material and applicable vehicle type, to avoid classification errors. If the motorcycle chain guard is made of plastic, will the HS code change? No. HS code 871480 is determined based on the commodity's purpose and the category of parts to which it belongs. Material does not affect classification. As long as it is dedicated to motorcycles and is a chain guard, it is still classified under 871480. How can I look up the import tax rate for motorcycle chain guards? The import tax rate must be determined based on the country of origin, trade agreements, etc. You can consult the customs tariff or use the tax rate query system of the General Administration of Customs, entering HS code 871480 to obtain the latest tax rate. Note that tax rates may change and the official publication shall prevail. Can motorcycle chain guards be classified under 871419? No. 871419 is for other motorcycle parts, while chain guards are specifically named under 871480. According to classification rules, a specific heading takes precedence over a general heading, so they should be classified under 871480. For cross-border e-commerce sales of motorcycle chain guards, how should the HS code be declared? For cross-border e-commerce declaration, HS code 871480 must be provided, and the declaration elements must be filled in truthfully. It is recommended to check the tax rate and regulatory conditions in advance to ensure compliance. You can consult a professional customs broker or use the customs advance classification service.
Q: What is the HS code for motorcycle chain guards?
A: The HS code for motorcycle chain guards is 871480. This code belongs to Chapter 87 for vehicles and their parts, heading 8714 for parts and accessories of motorcycles and bicycles, and subheading 871480 specifically refers to motorcycle chain guards.
Q: How can I look up the HS code for motorcycle chain guards?
A: You can use the customs tariff, HS code query websites, or consult a customs broker. Enter the keyword "motorcycle chain guard" and the system will match 871480. You can also confirm based on classification rules that it is dedicated to motorcycles and is a chain guard, so it is classified under 871480.
Q: What is the difference between the HS codes for motorcycle chain guards and bicycle chain guards?
A: Motorcycle chain guards are classified under 871480, while bicycle chain guards are classified under 871499 (other bicycle parts) or 871496 (bicycle chain guards, if applicable). The applicable objects are different. Motorcycle use is classified under 8714, and bicycle use is also classified under 8714 but with different subheadings, which must be determined according to the specific subheading.
Q: What elements should be noted when declaring motorcycle chain guards?
A: It is necessary to declare the product name, material, brand, model, applicable vehicle type, purpose, installation position, and whether in complete sets of knocked-down parts. Ensure the information is accurate, especially material and applicable vehicle type, to avoid classification errors.
Q: If the motorcycle chain guard is made of plastic, will the HS code change?
A: No. HS code 871480 is determined based on the commodity's purpose and the category of parts to which it belongs. Material does not affect classification. As long as it is dedicated to motorcycles and is a chain guard, it is still classified under 871480.
Q: How can I look up the import tax rate for motorcycle chain guards?
A: The import tax rate must be determined based on the country of origin, trade agreements, etc. You can consult the customs tariff or use the tax rate query system of the General Administration of Customs, entering HS code 871480 to obtain the latest tax rate. Note that tax rates may change and the official publication shall prevail.
Q: Can motorcycle chain guards be classified under 871419?
A: No. 871419 is for other motorcycle parts, while chain guards are specifically named under 871480. According to classification rules, a specific heading takes precedence over a general heading, so they should be classified under 871480.
Q: For cross-border e-commerce sales of motorcycle chain guards, how should the HS code be declared?
A: For cross-border e-commerce declaration, HS code 871480 must be provided, and the declaration elements must be filled in truthfully. It is recommended to check the tax rate and regulatory conditions in advance to ensure compliance. You can consult a professional customs broker or use the customs advance classification service.
⚠️ 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.