Chapter 87 covers vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof. This includes motor vehicles (such as automobiles, motorcycles), tractors, bicycles, wheelchairs, etc., as well as their specialized parts. However, note that certain parts, if they are goods classified under other chapters (such as general electronic components), may not be classified in this chapter. Heading 8714 specifically covers parts and accessories of motorcycles, bicycles, and similar non-motorized or motorized two-wheeled vehicles. This includes frames, forks, wheels, brakes, transmissions, saddles, pedals, etc., as well as electrical lighting and signaling devices, but engine parts are not classified under this heading. The first 2 digits 87 represent Chapter 87 Vehicles and Parts Thereof; digits 3-4, 14, represent heading 8714, i.e., parts and accessories of motorcycles, bicycles, and similar vehicles; digits 5-6, 93, is the subheading, representing the specific commodity as a crankshaft position sensor for motorcycles. Subheading 8714.93 is specifically designed for crankshaft position sensors for motorcycles, distinct from sensors used in other vehicles. This commodity is a crankshaft position sensor specifically for motorcycles, belonging to electrical parts of motorcycles, but not part of the engine itself (engine parts are classified under 8409), nor is it a general-purpose sensor (such as 8543). Since it is specifically for motorcycles, it is classified under 8714.93.
Chapter
Chapter 87 covers vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof. This includes motor vehicles (such as automobiles, motorcycles), tractors, bicycles, wheelchairs, etc., as well as their specialized parts. However, note that certain parts, if they are goods classified under other chapters (such as general electronic components), may not be classified in this chapter.
Heading
Heading 8714 specifically covers parts and accessories of motorcycles, bicycles, and similar non-motorized or motorized two-wheeled vehicles. This includes frames, forks, wheels, brakes, transmissions, saddles, pedals, etc., as well as electrical lighting and signaling devices, but engine parts are not classified under this heading.
Digit Breakdown
The first 2 digits 87 represent Chapter 87 Vehicles and Parts Thereof; digits 3-4, 14, represent heading 8714, i.e., parts and accessories of motorcycles, bicycles, and similar vehicles; digits 5-6, 93, is the subheading, representing the specific commodity as a crankshaft position sensor for motorcycles. Subheading 8714.93 is specifically designed for crankshaft position sensors for motorcycles, distinct from sensors used in other vehicles.
Classification Basis
This commodity is a crankshaft position sensor specifically for motorcycles, belonging to electrical parts of motorcycles, but not part of the engine itself (engine parts are classified under 8409), nor is it a general-purpose sensor (such as 8543). Since it is specifically for motorcycles, it is classified under 8714.93.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The Chinese and English names of the declared commodity should accurately reflect the product attributes, such as 'Motorcycle Crankshaft Position Sensor'. Brand: Fill in the manufacturer or brand name, such as 'BOSCH', 'DENSO', etc. If no brand, write 'No Brand'. Model: Fill in the specific model or part number of the product, such as '0261234567'. Applicable Vehicle Model: Indicate the applicable motorcycle brand, model, or engine displacement, such as 'for Honda CB400'. Working Principle: Briefly describe the sensor's working principle, such as 'magnetic inductive', 'Hall effect', etc. Material: Main materials, such as 'plastic, metal, electronic components'. Is It a Complete Set of Parts: Indicate whether it is a complete item or parts, such as 'complete item'. Product Name: Motorcycle Crankshaft Position Sensor; Brand: DENSO; Model: 029600-1234; Applicable Vehicle Model: Yamaha YZF-R1; Working Principle: Magnetic Inductive; Material: Plastic housing, copper coil, iron core; Is It a Complete Set of Parts: Complete item. Mistakenly classifying the sensor as an engine part (8409), leading to classification errors. Not indicating 'for motorcycle', which may lead to classification as parts for other vehicles (such as 8708). Inaccurate declaration of brand and model, affecting customs valuation and classification.
Product Name
The Chinese and English names of the declared commodity should accurately reflect the product attributes, such as 'Motorcycle Crankshaft Position Sensor'.
⚠️ Writing only 'sensor' or 'crankshaft sensor' without indicating motorcycle use.
Brand
Fill in the manufacturer or brand name, such as 'BOSCH', 'DENSO', etc. If no brand, write 'No Brand'.
⚠️ Mistakenly filling in the trader's brand as the manufacturer's brand.
Model
Fill in the specific model or part number of the product, such as '0261234567'.
⚠️ Incomplete model filling or mismatch with the actual product.
Applicable Vehicle Model
Indicate the applicable motorcycle brand, model, or engine displacement, such as 'for Honda CB400'.
⚠️ Writing only 'for motorcycle' without specifying the vehicle model.
Working Principle
Briefly describe the sensor's working principle, such as 'magnetic inductive', 'Hall effect', etc.
⚠️ Not filling in or filling in the wrong principle.
Material
Main materials, such as 'plastic, metal, electronic components'.
⚠️ Material description is too general.
Is It a Complete Set of Parts
Indicate whether it is a complete item or parts, such as 'complete item'.
⚠️ Mistakenly declaring parts as complete items.
Example： Product Name: Motorcycle Crankshaft Position Sensor; Brand: DENSO; Model: 029600-1234; Applicable Vehicle Model: Yamaha YZF-R1; Working Principle: Magnetic Inductive; Material: Plastic housing, copper coil, iron core; Is It a Complete Set of Parts: Complete item.
Common Mistakes：
Mistakenly classifying the sensor as an engine part (8409), leading to classification errors.
Not indicating 'for motorcycle', which may lead to classification as parts for other vehicles (such as 8708).
Inaccurate declaration of brand and model, affecting customs valuation and classification.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core basis for classification: 1. The commodity is specifically for motorcycles; 2. It is an electrical part, but not an internal engine part; 3. It conforms to the description of heading 8714 and its subheading 8714.93. According to the Import and Export Tariff, motorcycle parts are classified under 8714, and crankshaft position sensors, as electrical parts, if specifically for motorcycles, are classified under 8714.93. 8409 Engine Parts: 8409 covers parts of engines (such as pistons, crankshafts), while the crankshaft position sensor is an electrical sensor and does not directly constitute a mechanical part of the engine, so it is not classified under 8409. 8543 Other Electrical Equipment: 8543 covers general-purpose sensors, but this commodity is specifically for motorcycles. According to the General Rules for Interpretation, specialized parts should be classified under the heading of the main machine, so it is not classified under 8543. 8708 Automobile Parts: 8708 covers parts of automobiles (including tractors), while motorcycle parts are classified under 8714, so it is not classified under 8708. 8511 Ignition Devices: 8511 covers ignition devices for internal combustion engines, but crankshaft position sensors are generally not classified under 8511, as their function is position detection rather than ignition. Is the commodity specifically for motorcycles? Is it an electrical sensor rather than a mechanical part? Can it be classified under other headings such as 8409, 8543? Are the declaration elements complete and accurate? Is it confused with adjacent codes?
Basis
Core basis for classification: 1. The commodity is specifically for motorcycles; 2. It is an electrical part, but not an internal engine part; 3. It conforms to the description of heading 8714 and its subheading 8714.93. According to the Import and Export Tariff, motorcycle parts are classified under 8714, and crankshaft position sensors, as electrical parts, if specifically for motorcycles, are classified under 8714.93.
Confused Codes：
8409 - Engine Parts
8409 covers parts of engines (such as pistons, crankshafts), while the crankshaft position sensor is an electrical sensor and does not directly constitute a mechanical part of the engine, so it is not classified under 8409.
8543 - Other Electrical Equipment
8543 covers general-purpose sensors, but this commodity is specifically for motorcycles. According to the General Rules for Interpretation, specialized parts should be classified under the heading of the main machine, so it is not classified under 8543.
8708 - Automobile Parts
8708 covers parts of automobiles (including tractors), while motorcycle parts are classified under 8714, so it is not classified under 8708.
8511 - Ignition Devices
8511 covers ignition devices for internal combustion engines, but crankshaft position sensors are generally not classified under 8511, as their function is position detection rather than ignition.
Self-Check：
✓ Is the commodity specifically for motorcycles?
✓ Is it an electrical sensor rather than a mechanical part?
✓ Can it be classified under other headings such as 8409, 8543?
✓ Are the declaration elements complete and accurate?
✓ Is it confused with adjacent codes?
❓ FAQ
What should be noted when declaring a crankshaft position sensor under HS code 871493? When declaring, it is necessary to clearly indicate 'for motorcycle' and provide detailed information such as brand, model, applicable vehicle model, and working principle. Avoid writing only 'sensor' or 'crankshaft sensor', otherwise it may be questioned by customs for classification. Also, ensure the model matches the actual product to avoid affecting valuation and classification. Why can't the crankshaft position sensor be classified under 8409 (engine parts)? 8409 is for mechanical parts of engines, such as pistons, crankshafts, etc. The crankshaft position sensor is an electrical component used to detect crankshaft position and speed, belonging to electrical signaling devices, and does not directly participate in the mechanical movement of the engine. Therefore, it is not classified under 8409, but should be classified under 8714 for motorcycle-specific parts. If the crankshaft position sensor is used for automobiles, which code should it be classified under? Crankshaft position sensors for automobiles should be classified under 8708 (automobile parts), with specific subheadings possibly 8708.99 or others, depending on the vehicle type and sensor function. The classification for motorcycle use and automobile use is different, so it must be distinguished. How to determine whether a crankshaft position sensor is magnetic inductive or Hall effect? Does it affect classification? The working principle does not affect HS code classification, as 8714.93 covers all types of motorcycle crankshaft position sensors. However, when declaring, the working principle must be truthfully filled in so that customs can understand the product attributes. How to check the tax rate for imported motorcycle crankshaft position sensors? Tax rates may change. It is recommended to check the latest tax rates through the General Administration of Customs website or the China International Trade Single Window. Usually, information such as HS code and country of origin is required. As a classification reference, the tariff rate and VAT rate for 8714.93 are subject to official publication. What should be noted when exporting motorcycle crankshaft position sensors for cross-border e-commerce sales? When exporting, accurately declare HS code 8714.93 and provide complete declaration elements. Pay attention to export tax rebate policies and retain relevant documents. If exporting through cross-border e-commerce retail, comply with customs cross-border e-commerce regulatory requirements. Is there a difference in classification between crankshaft position sensors and camshaft position sensors? Both are sensors. If specifically for motorcycles, both are classified under 8714.93. But if used for automobiles, they are classified under 8708. Classification depends on the use, not the sensor type. If the crankshaft position sensor is a universal type that can be used for multiple vehicles, how should it be classified? If a universal sensor cannot determine its primary use, it may be classified under 8543 (other electrical equipment). But if it is clearly mainly used for motorcycles, it is still classified under 8714.93. It is recommended to determine based on actual use and sales situation.
Q: What should be noted when declaring a crankshaft position sensor under HS code 871493?
A: When declaring, it is necessary to clearly indicate 'for motorcycle' and provide detailed information such as brand, model, applicable vehicle model, and working principle. Avoid writing only 'sensor' or 'crankshaft sensor', otherwise it may be questioned by customs for classification. Also, ensure the model matches the actual product to avoid affecting valuation and classification.
Q: Why can't the crankshaft position sensor be classified under 8409 (engine parts)?
A: 8409 is for mechanical parts of engines, such as pistons, crankshafts, etc. The crankshaft position sensor is an electrical component used to detect crankshaft position and speed, belonging to electrical signaling devices, and does not directly participate in the mechanical movement of the engine. Therefore, it is not classified under 8409, but should be classified under 8714 for motorcycle-specific parts.
Q: If the crankshaft position sensor is used for automobiles, which code should it be classified under?
A: Crankshaft position sensors for automobiles should be classified under 8708 (automobile parts), with specific subheadings possibly 8708.99 or others, depending on the vehicle type and sensor function. The classification for motorcycle use and automobile use is different, so it must be distinguished.
Q: How to determine whether a crankshaft position sensor is magnetic inductive or Hall effect? Does it affect classification?
A: The working principle does not affect HS code classification, as 8714.93 covers all types of motorcycle crankshaft position sensors. However, when declaring, the working principle must be truthfully filled in so that customs can understand the product attributes.
Q: How to check the tax rate for imported motorcycle crankshaft position sensors?
A: Tax rates may change. It is recommended to check the latest tax rates through the General Administration of Customs website or the China International Trade Single Window. Usually, information such as HS code and country of origin is required. As a classification reference, the tariff rate and VAT rate for 8714.93 are subject to official publication.
Q: What should be noted when exporting motorcycle crankshaft position sensors for cross-border e-commerce sales?
A: When exporting, accurately declare HS code 8714.93 and provide complete declaration elements. Pay attention to export tax rebate policies and retain relevant documents. If exporting through cross-border e-commerce retail, comply with customs cross-border e-commerce regulatory requirements.
Q: Is there a difference in classification between crankshaft position sensors and camshaft position sensors?
A: Both are sensors. If specifically for motorcycles, both are classified under 8714.93. But if used for automobiles, they are classified under 8708. Classification depends on the use, not the sensor type.
Q: If the crankshaft position sensor is a universal type that can be used for multiple vehicles, how should it be classified?
A: If a universal sensor cannot determine its primary use, it may be classified under 8543 (other electrical equipment). But if it is clearly mainly used for motorcycles, it is still classified under 8714.93. It is recommended to determine based on actual use and sales situation.
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