Chapter 87 covers vehicles and their parts and accessories under the HS Code, but excludes railway vehicles. Specifically, it includes: tractors, motor coaches, goods transport motor vehicles, special purpose motor vehicles, motorcycles and mopeds with auxiliary pedals, bicycles, vehicles for persons with disabilities, etc., as well as their parts and accessories. The core of this chapter is road motor vehicles and their dedicated parts, while general-purpose parts, if declared separately, are classified under other chapters. Heading 8714 covers parts and accessories of non-motorized or motorized vehicles such as motorcycles and bicycles. Specifically, it includes: motorcycle parts (such as frames, wheel hubs, brakes, gearboxes, mufflers, clutches, steering devices, etc.), bicycle parts (such as frames, rims, pedals, etc.), parts for vehicles for persons with disabilities, and general accessories for the above vehicles such as rearview mirrors, lights, etc. However, note that certain electronic components, if constituting a complete sensor, are still classified under this heading. Code 871492 is a six-digit subheading: the first two digits 87 indicate Chapter 87 (vehicles and their parts, accessories); digits 3-4, 14, indicate heading 8714 (parts and accessories of motorcycles, bicycles, and similar vehicles); digits 5-6, 92, indicate subheading 8714.92, i.e., parts and accessories 'for motorcycles'. Specifically for this commodity, 871492 refers exclusively to oxygen sensors for motorcycles. Within the subheading hierarchy, 8714.92 is further subdivided, but the six-digit code already specifies motorcycle parts. As a key component of a motorcycle's electronic control system, the oxygen sensor is a dedicated motorcycle part and is therefore classified under this subheading. This commodity is an oxygen sensor for motorcycles, which is a dedicated motorcycle part rather than a general-purpose electronic component. According to General Rules of Interpretation 1 and 6, it should be classified under heading 8714 (motorcycle parts), and then according to the subheading text 'for motorcycles', under 8714.92. If it were a general-purpose oxygen sensor (not dedicated to motorcycles), it might be classified under Chapter 8543 or 9027, etc., but because it is dedicated to motorcycles, it is classified under this code.
Chapter
Chapter 87 covers vehicles and their parts and accessories under the HS Code, but excludes railway vehicles. Specifically, it includes: tractors, motor coaches, goods transport motor vehicles, special purpose motor vehicles, motorcycles and mopeds with auxiliary pedals, bicycles, vehicles for persons with disabilities, etc., as well as their parts and accessories. The core of this chapter is road motor vehicles and their dedicated parts, while general-purpose parts, if declared separately, are classified under other chapters.
Heading
Heading 8714 covers parts and accessories of non-motorized or motorized vehicles such as motorcycles and bicycles. Specifically, it includes: motorcycle parts (such as frames, wheel hubs, brakes, gearboxes, mufflers, clutches, steering devices, etc.), bicycle parts (such as frames, rims, pedals, etc.), parts for vehicles for persons with disabilities, and general accessories for the above vehicles such as rearview mirrors, lights, etc. However, note that certain electronic components, if constituting a complete sensor, are still classified under this heading.
Digit Breakdown
Code 871492 is a six-digit subheading: the first two digits 87 indicate Chapter 87 (vehicles and their parts, accessories); digits 3-4, 14, indicate heading 8714 (parts and accessories of motorcycles, bicycles, and similar vehicles); digits 5-6, 92, indicate subheading 8714.92, i.e., parts and accessories 'for motorcycles'. Specifically for this commodity, 871492 refers exclusively to oxygen sensors for motorcycles. Within the subheading hierarchy, 8714.92 is further subdivided, but the six-digit code already specifies motorcycle parts. As a key component of a motorcycle's electronic control system, the oxygen sensor is a dedicated motorcycle part and is therefore classified under this subheading.
Classification Basis
This commodity is an oxygen sensor for motorcycles, which is a dedicated motorcycle part rather than a general-purpose electronic component. According to General Rules of Interpretation 1 and 6, it should be classified under heading 8714 (motorcycle parts), and then according to the subheading text 'for motorcycles', under 8714.92. If it were a general-purpose oxygen sensor (not dedicated to motorcycles), it might be classified under Chapter 8543 or 9027, etc., but because it is dedicated to motorcycles, it is classified under this code.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The specific name of the declared commodity, which should be accurately described as 'oxygen sensor for motorcycles' or 'oxygen sensor (for motorcycles)'. Use: Explain the object of use of the sensor, which must be clearly stated as the exhaust system of a motorcycle engine, used to detect the oxygen content in exhaust gas. Brand: Fill in the brand name of the sensor, such as Bosch, Denso, Delphi, etc.; if there is no brand, fill in 'no brand'. Model: Fill in the manufacturer's product model, such as 'BOSCH 0258006027', to facilitate identification of specific specifications. Working Principle: Briefly describe the working principle of the sensor, such as 'zirconia type, generates a voltage signal by measuring the oxygen ion concentration in exhaust gas'. Applicable Vehicle Model: Indicate the applicable motorcycle brand and model, such as 'suitable for Honda CB400', etc. Material: Main materials, such as 'zirconia ceramic, stainless steel housing, platinum electrode, etc.'. Whether It Contains a Heating Device: Indicate whether it has a heating function (such as a heated oxygen sensor), and specify the heating voltage. Customs declaration example:
Product Name: Oxygen sensor for motorcycles
Use: Used in motorcycle engine exhaust system to detect exhaust gas oxygen content
Brand: BOSCH
Model: 0258006027
Working Principle: Zirconia type, generates 0-1V voltage signal
Applicable Vehicle Model: Honda CB400
Material: Zirconia ceramic, stainless steel housing, platinum electrode
Whether It Contains a Heating Device: Yes, heating voltage 12V
HS Code: 87149200 Failing to indicate 'for motorcycles', which may lead to misclassification as automobile parts or general-purpose sensors. Unclear description of the working principle, making it impossible to determine whether it is an oxygen sensor. Applicable vehicle model filled in as an automobile, leading to classification errors.
Product Name
The specific name of the declared commodity, which should be accurately described as 'oxygen sensor for motorcycles' or 'oxygen sensor (for motorcycles)'.
⚠️ Declaring only 'oxygen sensor' without indicating it is for motorcycles, leading to classification disputes.
Use
Explain the object of use of the sensor, which must be clearly stated as the exhaust system of a motorcycle engine, used to detect the oxygen content in exhaust gas.
⚠️ Describing the use as 'for automobiles' or 'general purpose', which is inconsistent with the actual situation.
Brand
Fill in the brand name of the sensor, such as Bosch, Denso, Delphi, etc.; if there is no brand, fill in 'no brand'.
⚠️ The brand does not match the actual product, or the brand is omitted.
Model
Fill in the manufacturer's product model, such as 'BOSCH 0258006027', to facilitate identification of specific specifications.
⚠️ Incomplete or incorrect model information.
Working Principle
Briefly describe the working principle of the sensor, such as 'zirconia type, generates a voltage signal by measuring the oxygen ion concentration in exhaust gas'.
⚠️ Description too simple, such as only writing 'electronic sensor'.
Applicable Vehicle Model
Indicate the applicable motorcycle brand and model, such as 'suitable for Honda CB400', etc.
⚠️ Failing to fill in the applicable vehicle model, or filling in an automobile model.
Material
Main materials, such as 'zirconia ceramic, stainless steel housing, platinum electrode, etc.'.
⚠️ Inaccurate material description, such as only writing 'metal'.
Whether It Contains a Heating Device
Indicate whether it has a heating function (such as a heated oxygen sensor), and specify the heating voltage.
⚠️ Failing to indicate whether it is heated, affecting classification.
Example: Customs declaration example:
Product Name: Oxygen sensor for motorcycles
Use: Used in motorcycle engine exhaust system to detect exhaust gas oxygen content
Brand: BOSCH
Model: 0258006027
Working Principle: Zirconia type, generates 0-1V voltage signal
Applicable Vehicle Model: Honda CB400
Material: Zirconia ceramic, stainless steel housing, platinum electrode
Whether It Contains a Heating Device: Yes, heating voltage 12V
HS Code: 87149200
Common Mistakes:
Failing to indicate 'for motorcycles', which may lead to misclassification as automobile parts or general-purpose sensors.
Unclear description of the working principle, making it impossible to determine whether it is an oxygen sensor.
Applicable vehicle model filled in as an automobile, leading to classification errors.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core basis for classification: This commodity is an oxygen sensor dedicated to the exhaust system of motorcycle engines, and is a dedicated motorcycle part. According to the notes to Chapter 87 of the HS Code and the text of heading 8714, motorcycle parts are classified under 8714, and subheading 8714.92 is explicitly 'for motorcycles'. Therefore, this commodity should be classified under 871492. If the oxygen sensor were a general-purpose type, it might be classified under 9027 (gas analyzers) or 8543 (electronic equipment), but because it is dedicated to motorcycles, it is classified under this code. 902710 Gas or smoke analyzers: 9027 covers general-purpose gas analysis instruments; if the oxygen sensor is an independent analytical instrument rather than a dedicated motorcycle part, it would be classified here. However, an oxygen sensor for motorcycles is a dedicated part, so it is classified under 871492. 854370 Other electronic equipment: 8543 covers electronic equipment with independent functions; if the oxygen sensor is a general-purpose electronic component, it might be classified here. However, because it is dedicated to motorcycles, it is classified under 871492. 871410 Motorcycle parts (other): 871410 is the general subheading for motorcycle parts, but 871492 specifically covers oxygen sensors for motorcycles, so 871492 should be given priority. 851110 Spark plugs: Spark plugs are ignition system parts, while oxygen sensors are exhaust system sensors; their functions differ, so their classification differs. Is it clearly dedicated to motorcycles? Is it an electronic sensor rather than a general-purpose instrument? Is it distinguished from oxygen sensors for automobiles? Does it contain a heating device? Has the applicable vehicle model been declared?
Basis
Core basis for classification: This commodity is an oxygen sensor dedicated to the exhaust system of motorcycle engines, and is a dedicated motorcycle part. According to the notes to Chapter 87 of the HS Code and the text of heading 8714, motorcycle parts are classified under 8714, and subheading 8714.92 is explicitly 'for motorcycles'. Therefore, this commodity should be classified under 871492. If the oxygen sensor were a general-purpose type, it might be classified under 9027 (gas analyzers) or 8543 (electronic equipment), but because it is dedicated to motorcycles, it is classified under this code.
Confused Codes:
902710 - Gas or smoke analyzers
9027 covers general-purpose gas analysis instruments; if the oxygen sensor is an independent analytical instrument rather than a dedicated motorcycle part, it would be classified here. However, an oxygen sensor for motorcycles is a dedicated part, so it is classified under 871492.
854370 - Other electronic equipment
8543 covers electronic equipment with independent functions; if the oxygen sensor is a general-purpose electronic component, it might be classified here. However, because it is dedicated to motorcycles, it is classified under 871492.
871410 - Motorcycle parts (other)
871410 is the general subheading for motorcycle parts, but 871492 specifically covers oxygen sensors for motorcycles, so 871492 should be given priority.
851110 - Spark plugs
Spark plugs are ignition system parts, while oxygen sensors are exhaust system sensors; their functions differ, so their classification differs.
Self-Check:
✓ Is it clearly dedicated to motorcycles?
✓ Is it an electronic sensor rather than a general-purpose instrument?
✓ Is it distinguished from oxygen sensors for automobiles?
✓ Does it contain a heating device?
✓ Has the applicable vehicle model been declared?
❓ FAQ
What is the difference in HS codes between oxygen sensors for motorcycles and oxygen sensors for automobiles? Oxygen sensors for motorcycles are classified under 871492, while oxygen sensors for automobiles are classified under 8708 (automobile parts). Their uses differ, so their classification differs. When declaring, the object of use must be clearly stated to avoid confusion. If an oxygen sensor is a general-purpose type that can be used for both motorcycles and automobiles, how should it be classified? If it is a general-purpose type, it cannot be classified under 871492 because that subheading requires it to be dedicated to motorcycles. In this case, it should be classified according to its function under 9027 (gas analyzers) or 8543 (electronic equipment), depending on its working principle and use. When declaring, how should the 'working principle' of an oxygen sensor be described to avoid classification disputes? It should be described in detail as 'zirconia type, generates a voltage signal by measuring the oxygen ion concentration in exhaust gas, output 0-1V voltage', and indicate whether it is heated. Avoid simply writing 'electronic sensor'. In the declaration elements for motorcycle oxygen sensors, is 'applicable vehicle model' mandatory? Yes, the applicable vehicle model is key information proving that it is dedicated to motorcycles. The specific motorcycle brand and model should be filled in, such as 'Honda CB400', to distinguish it from automobile sensors. If the oxygen sensor has a heating device, does it affect the HS code? No, it is still classified under 871492. However, when declaring, 'with heating device' and the heating voltage should be indicated so that customs can confirm its function. How can I check the import tariff rate for motorcycle oxygen sensors? Tariff rates change, so it is recommended to check the latest rates through the General Administration of Customs website or the International Trade Single Window. Based on HS code 871492, the corresponding import duty, value-added tax, etc., can be checked. What should be noted when declaring motorcycle oxygen sensors sold via cross-border e-commerce? The product name, use, brand, model, etc., must be accurately declared to ensure classification under 871492. If it is a personal item, different regulatory methods may apply, but general trade requires declaration in accordance with regulations. If the oxygen sensor is a replacement part for motorcycle repair, is it classified under the same code? Yes, as long as it is an oxygen sensor dedicated to motorcycles, whether original equipment or aftermarket, it is classified under 871492. However, note that if it is a general-purpose part, it may be classified under other codes.
Q: What is the difference in HS codes between oxygen sensors for motorcycles and oxygen sensors for automobiles?
A: Oxygen sensors for motorcycles are classified under 871492, while oxygen sensors for automobiles are classified under 8708 (automobile parts). Their uses differ, so their classification differs. When declaring, the object of use must be clearly stated to avoid confusion.
Q: If an oxygen sensor is a general-purpose type that can be used for both motorcycles and automobiles, how should it be classified?
A: If it is a general-purpose type, it cannot be classified under 871492 because that subheading requires it to be dedicated to motorcycles. In this case, it should be classified according to its function under 9027 (gas analyzers) or 8543 (electronic equipment), depending on its working principle and use.
Q: When declaring, how should the 'working principle' of an oxygen sensor be described to avoid classification disputes?
A: It should be described in detail as 'zirconia type, generates a voltage signal by measuring the oxygen ion concentration in exhaust gas, output 0-1V voltage', and indicate whether it is heated. Avoid simply writing 'electronic sensor'.
Q: In the declaration elements for motorcycle oxygen sensors, is 'applicable vehicle model' mandatory?
A: Yes, the applicable vehicle model is key information proving that it is dedicated to motorcycles. The specific motorcycle brand and model should be filled in, such as 'Honda CB400', to distinguish it from automobile sensors.
Q: If the oxygen sensor has a heating device, does it affect the HS code?
A: No, it is still classified under 871492. However, when declaring, 'with heating device' and the heating voltage should be indicated so that customs can confirm its function.
Q: How can I check the import tariff rate for motorcycle oxygen sensors?
A: Tariff rates change, so it is recommended to check the latest rates through the General Administration of Customs website or the International Trade Single Window. Based on HS code 871492, the corresponding import duty, value-added tax, etc., can be checked.
Q: What should be noted when declaring motorcycle oxygen sensors sold via cross-border e-commerce?
A: The product name, use, brand, model, etc., must be accurately declared to ensure classification under 871492. If it is a personal item, different regulatory methods may apply, but general trade requires declaration in accordance with regulations.
Q: If the oxygen sensor is a replacement part for motorcycle repair, is it classified under the same code?
A: Yes, as long as it is an oxygen sensor dedicated to motorcycles, whether original equipment or aftermarket, it is classified under 871492. However, note that if it is a general-purpose part, it may be classified under other codes.
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