Car parts|HTS Code

Car parts harmonized system code

Product Overview Car parts classified under HTS 8708.99 are defined as “other parts and accessories” of motor vehicles of headings 8701–8705 that are not separately specified in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Typical items comprise discrete components such as small fabricated metal assemblies, stamped brackets and clips, non‑structural body trim, gaskets and seals, rubber/plastic housings, machined fittings, and miscellaneous electrical harness subassemblies. Key characteristics address material composition (carbon and stainless steels, aluminium alloys, engineering thermoplastics, elastomers, composite laminates), processing level (casting, forging, stamping, CNC machining, injection moulding, secondary finishing and subassembly) and quantifiable quality attributes (dimensional tolerances commonly ±0.05–±0.5 mm depending on class, surface treatments—zinc/cadmium plating 5–20 µm, e‑coat/powder coat 20–100 µm, hardness/tensile values per ASTM/SAE specifications). Administrative subcategories within 8708.99 are normally used to capture miscellaneous parts not enumerated elsewhere; commercial applications encompass OEM spare supply, aftermarket retail, fleet maintenance, remanufacture/repair operations and component supply for assembly plants and service workshops. HTS Code Classification & Trade Specifications Complete 6‑digit HTS structure: Chapter 87 (Vehicles other than railway or tramway) → Heading 8708 (Parts and accessories of motor vehicles of headings 8701–8705) → Subheading 8708.99 (other parts and accessories) — full 6‑digit code 870899. Classification rationale: parts that are bona fide motor‑vehicle components falling within 8701–8705 but not specifically enumerated under other 8708 subheadings are classified here; classification follows the General Rules for Interpretation of the HS and Explanatory Notes, applying principal function and material tests where needed. Trade considerations: standard export packaging is cartons palletised on ISO pallets (1200×1000 mm or 1219×1016 mm) with net/gross weights and SKU/lot markings; preservation uses VCI film, desiccants, light oil or passivation for ferrous items, and ISPM‑15 treated wooden crates when applicable. Shipping modes vary (FCL/LCL containers, air ULDs, Ro‑Ro for large assemblies); hazardous subcomponents (e.g., inflators, batteries) require separate classification and dangerous‑goods procedures. Quality standards commonly cited: IATF 16949/ISO 9001, ASTM/SAE material specs, GD&T per ASME Y14.5, coating thickness and salt spray (ASTM B117) requirements. Required trade documentation for US import clearance: commercial invoice with HTS 870899, packing list, bill of lading/AWB, COO, and AES/ISF filings.

Car parts Chapter Note

1.- This Chapter does not cover railway or tramway rolling-stock designed solely for running on rails. 2.- For the purposes of this Chapter, “tractors” means vehicles constructed essentially for hauling or pushing another vehicle, appliance or load, whether or not they contain subsidiary provision for the transport, in connection with the main use of the tractor, of tools, seeds, fertilisers or other goods. Machines and working tools designed for fitting to tractors of heading 87.01 as interchangeable equipment remain classified in their respective headings even if presented with the tractor, and whether or not mounted on it. 3.- Motor chassis fitted with cabs fall in headings 87.02 to 87.04, and not in heading 87.06. 4.- Heading 87.12 includes all children's bicycles. Other children's cycles fall in heading 95.03.