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, invalid carriages, etc., as well as their dedicated parts and accessories. However, note that certain parts, if they belong to a more specific heading in another chapter (such as engines, electrical equipment, etc.), may be classified in another chapter. The classification principle for parts of this chapter is: only parts exclusively or principally used for vehicles of this chapter are classified in this chapter; otherwise, they are classified under other chapters. Heading 8714 covers parts and accessories for motorcycles and bicycles. Specifically, it includes: frames, forks, rims, spokes, hubs, brakes, transmissions, saddles, pedals, cranks, chains, sprockets, and various dedicated parts for motorcycles and bicycles. However, it does not include general-purpose parts (such as bolts, nuts) and electrical parts (such as lamps, sensors, etc.), which should be classified under other headings. Code 871495 is a six-digit subheading. The first 2 digits 87 indicate Chapter 87 (Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). Digits 3-4, 14, indicate heading 8714 (Parts and accessories for motorcycles and bicycles). Digits 5-6, 95, indicate subheading 8714.95, specifically temperature sensors for motorcycles. Note: This subheading was newly added in the 2017 version of the HS, specifically for motorcycle temperature sensors, because sensors are used in motorcycles to monitor engine temperature, etc., and are dedicated parts. This product is a temperature sensor for motorcycles, which is a dedicated part for motorcycles. Although the sensor is electrical equipment, because it is exclusively used for motorcycles, it cannot be classified under Chapter 85 (Electrical equipment) as a general-purpose sensor, but should be classified under Chapter 87 as a motorcycle part. Under heading 8714, there is a specific subheading 8714.95 that explicitly covers temperature sensors for motorcycles, so it is classified under this code.
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, invalid carriages, etc., as well as their dedicated parts and accessories. However, note that certain parts, if they belong to a more specific heading in another chapter (such as engines, electrical equipment, etc.), may be classified in another chapter. The classification principle for parts of this chapter is: only parts exclusively or principally used for vehicles of this chapter are classified in this chapter; otherwise, they are classified under other chapters.
Heading
Heading 8714 covers parts and accessories for motorcycles and bicycles. Specifically, it includes: frames, forks, rims, spokes, hubs, brakes, transmissions, saddles, pedals, cranks, chains, sprockets, and various dedicated parts for motorcycles and bicycles. However, it does not include general-purpose parts (such as bolts, nuts) and electrical parts (such as lamps, sensors, etc.), which should be classified under other headings.
Digit Breakdown
Code 871495 is a six-digit subheading. The first 2 digits 87 indicate Chapter 87 (Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). Digits 3-4, 14, indicate heading 8714 (Parts and accessories for motorcycles and bicycles). Digits 5-6, 95, indicate subheading 8714.95, specifically temperature sensors for motorcycles. Note: This subheading was newly added in the 2017 version of the HS, specifically for motorcycle temperature sensors, because sensors are used in motorcycles to monitor engine temperature, etc., and are dedicated parts.
Classification Basis
This product is a temperature sensor for motorcycles, which is a dedicated part for motorcycles. Although the sensor is electrical equipment, because it is exclusively used for motorcycles, it cannot be classified under Chapter 85 (Electrical equipment) as a general-purpose sensor, but should be classified under Chapter 87 as a motorcycle part. Under heading 8714, there is a specific subheading 8714.95 that explicitly covers temperature sensors for motorcycles, so it is classified under this code.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The Chinese and foreign language names of the declared commodity should accurately describe it as a temperature sensor for motorcycles. Brand: Fill in the brand of the sensor, such as Bosch, Denso, etc. Model: Fill in the specific model of the sensor, such as XXX-1234. Applicable Vehicle Model: Indicate the motorcycle brand and model to which the sensor applies, such as Honda CB400. Working Principle: Briefly describe the working principle of the sensor, such as thermistor type, thermocouple type, etc. Output Signal Type: State whether the output signal is analog or digital, and the voltage range, etc. Whether Exclusively for Motorcycles: Confirm whether the sensor is exclusively used for motorcycles, rather than general-purpose. Product Name: Temperature sensor for motorcycles; Brand: DENSO; Model: XYZ-123; Applicable Vehicle Model: Honda CB400; Working Principle: Thermistor type; Output Signal Type: Analog voltage 0-5V; Whether Exclusively for Motorcycles: Yes. Incorrectly classifying a motorcycle temperature sensor under Chapter 85 as a general-purpose sensor. Failing to indicate the applicable vehicle model during declaration, leading to customs questioning the classification. Neglecting to declare the brand and model, affecting customs valuation and classification.
Product Name
The Chinese and foreign language names of the declared commodity should accurately describe it as a temperature sensor for motorcycles.
⚠️ Incorrectly declaring it as an automobile sensor or general-purpose sensor.
Brand
Fill in the brand of the sensor, such as Bosch, Denso, etc.
⚠️ Confusing brand with model, or failing to fill in the brand.
Model
Fill in the specific model of the sensor, such as XXX-1234.
⚠️ Incomplete or incorrect model number.
Applicable Vehicle Model
Indicate the motorcycle brand and model to which the sensor applies, such as Honda CB400.
⚠️ Failing to indicate the applicable vehicle model, leading to classification disputes.
Working Principle
Briefly describe the working principle of the sensor, such as thermistor type, thermocouple type, etc.
⚠️ Description is too simple or incorrect.
Output Signal Type
State whether the output signal is analog or digital, and the voltage range, etc.
⚠️ Failing to fill in the output signal type.
Whether Exclusively for Motorcycles
Confirm whether the sensor is exclusively used for motorcycles, rather than general-purpose.
⚠️ Incorrectly filling in as general-purpose.
Example： Product Name: Temperature sensor for motorcycles; Brand: DENSO; Model: XYZ-123; Applicable Vehicle Model: Honda CB400; Working Principle: Thermistor type; Output Signal Type: Analog voltage 0-5V; Whether Exclusively for Motorcycles: Yes.
Common Mistakes：
Incorrectly classifying a motorcycle temperature sensor under Chapter 85 as a general-purpose sensor.
Failing to indicate the applicable vehicle model during declaration, leading to customs questioning the classification.
Neglecting to declare the brand and model, affecting customs valuation and classification.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core basis for classification: According to the General Rules for the Interpretation of the HS, a temperature sensor for motorcycles is a dedicated part for motorcycles and should be classified under Chapter 87. Although sensors under Chapter 85 are general-purpose parts, if they are exclusively used for motorcycles, they are classified as dedicated parts. Heading 8714 explicitly includes motorcycle parts, and subheading 8714.95 specifically lists temperature sensors, so it is classified under 8714.95. 9025.19 Other temperature sensors: 9025 covers general-purpose temperature sensors, not exclusively for motorcycles. If a sensor can be used for multiple devices, it is classified under 9025; if it is exclusively for motorcycles, it is classified under 8714.95. 8511.80 Other electrical signaling devices for vehicles: 8511 covers electrical lighting or signaling devices for vehicles, but sensors are not signaling devices; they are measuring devices, so they are not classified under 8511. 8543.70 Other electrical equipment: 8543 covers other electrical equipment not elsewhere specified, but motorcycle temperature sensors are specifically named under 8714.95, so they are not classified under 8543. 8714.10 Motorcycle parts: 8714.10 is a general subheading for motorcycle parts, but 8714.95 specifically lists temperature sensors, so it should be classified under 8714.95 rather than 8714.10. Is the sensor exclusively used for motorcycles? Does it have a temperature measurement function? Is it electrical equipment but exclusively used for motorcycles? Is it specifically named under 8714.95? Could it be classified under Chapter 85 or 90?
Basis
Core basis for classification: According to the General Rules for the Interpretation of the HS, a temperature sensor for motorcycles is a dedicated part for motorcycles and should be classified under Chapter 87. Although sensors under Chapter 85 are general-purpose parts, if they are exclusively used for motorcycles, they are classified as dedicated parts. Heading 8714 explicitly includes motorcycle parts, and subheading 8714.95 specifically lists temperature sensors, so it is classified under 8714.95.
Confused Codes：
9025.19 - Other temperature sensors
9025 covers general-purpose temperature sensors, not exclusively for motorcycles. If a sensor can be used for multiple devices, it is classified under 9025; if it is exclusively for motorcycles, it is classified under 8714.95.
8511.80 - Other electrical signaling devices for vehicles
8511 covers electrical lighting or signaling devices for vehicles, but sensors are not signaling devices; they are measuring devices, so they are not classified under 8511.
8543.70 - Other electrical equipment
8543 covers other electrical equipment not elsewhere specified, but motorcycle temperature sensors are specifically named under 8714.95, so they are not classified under 8543.
8714.10 - Motorcycle parts
8714.10 is a general subheading for motorcycle parts, but 8714.95 specifically lists temperature sensors, so it should be classified under 8714.95 rather than 8714.10.
Self-Check：
✓ Is the sensor exclusively used for motorcycles?
✓ Does it have a temperature measurement function?
✓ Is it electrical equipment but exclusively used for motorcycles?
✓ Is it specifically named under 8714.95?
✓ Could it be classified under Chapter 85 or 90?
❓ FAQ
Why is a motorcycle temperature sensor classified under 8714.95 instead of 9025? Because 9025 covers general-purpose temperature sensors, while 8714.95 covers temperature sensors exclusively for motorcycles. According to HS classification rules, parts exclusively used for motorcycles should be classified under Chapter 87, and 8714.95 specifically names them, so 8714.95 takes precedence. How to determine whether a sensor is exclusively used for motorcycles? It can be determined through product manuals, applicable vehicle models, installation methods, etc. If the sensor can only be used for motorcycles, or is primarily designed for motorcycles, it is considered dedicated. If it can be used for automobiles and other vehicles, it may be classified under other codes. What elements need attention during declaration? It is necessary to declare the product name, brand, model, applicable vehicle model, working principle, output signal type, whether exclusively for motorcycles, etc. These elements help customs confirm the classification. If the sensor is a general-purpose type but used on motorcycles, where should it be classified? If the sensor is a general-purpose type, i.e., can be used for multiple devices, it should be classified according to its function under Chapter 90 (such as 9025), rather than 8714.95. Only sensors exclusively used for motorcycles are classified under 8714.95. What types of sensors are included under 8714.95? It includes all temperature sensors used for motorcycles, such as engine temperature sensors, coolant temperature sensors, intake air temperature sensors, etc., regardless of their working principle. How to check the tax rate for this code? You can check the Chinese Customs Import and Export Tariff, or query through the General Administration of Customs website, the International Trade Single Window, etc. Tax rates may change, so the latest tariff should be consulted. Are there regulatory conditions for this code? Regulatory conditions vary by country. In China, relevant certification documents such as import licenses may be required. For details, consult the customs regulatory conditions table. If the sensor has a wiring harness, does it affect classification? The wiring harness is a component of the sensor and does not affect classification. As long as the sensor is a temperature sensor exclusively used for motorcycles, it is still classified under 8714.95.
Q: Why is a motorcycle temperature sensor classified under 8714.95 instead of 9025?
A: Because 9025 covers general-purpose temperature sensors, while 8714.95 covers temperature sensors exclusively for motorcycles. According to HS classification rules, parts exclusively used for motorcycles should be classified under Chapter 87, and 8714.95 specifically names them, so 8714.95 takes precedence.
Q: How to determine whether a sensor is exclusively used for motorcycles?
A: It can be determined through product manuals, applicable vehicle models, installation methods, etc. If the sensor can only be used for motorcycles, or is primarily designed for motorcycles, it is considered dedicated. If it can be used for automobiles and other vehicles, it may be classified under other codes.
Q: What elements need attention during declaration?
A: It is necessary to declare the product name, brand, model, applicable vehicle model, working principle, output signal type, whether exclusively for motorcycles, etc. These elements help customs confirm the classification.
Q: If the sensor is a general-purpose type but used on motorcycles, where should it be classified?
A: If the sensor is a general-purpose type, i.e., can be used for multiple devices, it should be classified according to its function under Chapter 90 (such as 9025), rather than 8714.95. Only sensors exclusively used for motorcycles are classified under 8714.95.
Q: What types of sensors are included under 8714.95?
A: It includes all temperature sensors used for motorcycles, such as engine temperature sensors, coolant temperature sensors, intake air temperature sensors, etc., regardless of their working principle.
Q: How to check the tax rate for this code?
A: You can check the Chinese Customs Import and Export Tariff, or query through the General Administration of Customs website, the International Trade Single Window, etc. Tax rates may change, so the latest tariff should be consulted.
Q: Are there regulatory conditions for this code?
A: Regulatory conditions vary by country. In China, relevant certification documents such as import licenses may be required. For details, consult the customs regulatory conditions table.
Q: If the sensor has a wiring harness, does it affect classification?
A: The wiring harness is a component of the sensor and does not affect classification. As long as the sensor is a temperature sensor exclusively used for motorcycles, it is still classified under 8714.95.
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