Vehicle parts; gear boxes and parts thereof

HS v2017 Code: 870840

About vehicle parts; gear boxes and parts thereof

hs code 870840 covers a critical component of the automotive industry - vehicle parts, particularly gear boxes and their constituent parts. This industry plays a vital role in the global supply chain, providing essential components for the manufacture and maintenance of a wide range of vehicles, from passenger cars to commercial trucks. As the automotive sector continues to evolve, the demand for high-quality, reliable vehicle parts remains a key driver of economic activity across numerous industries.

Production process

The production of vehicle parts under hs code 870840 typically involves a range of advanced manufacturing techniques. This can include precision machining, casting, forging, and assembly processes to create the intricate components that make up a vehicle's gear box. Manufacturers often utilize computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) technologies to optimize the production process and ensure consistent quality. Additionally, stringent quality control measures are implemented throughout the manufacturing cycle to meet the exacting standards required by the automotive industry.

Production inputs

The production of vehicle parts under hs code 870840 requires a variety of raw materials, including metals such as steel, aluminum, and various alloys. Specialized machinery, such as CNC machines, presses, and assembly equipment, are also essential inputs for this industry. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce capable of operating these advanced manufacturing technologies and adhering to strict quality control protocols.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by hs code 870840 are the various components that make up a vehicle's gear box, such as gears, shafts, bearings, and housings. These parts are then consumed by 870840 Vehicle parts; gear boxes and parts thereof manufacturers, who incorporate them into the final assembly of vehicles. Other related codes that may consume the output of this industry include 870810 Bumpers and parts thereof, for motor vehicles, 870829 (Parts and accessories of bodies (including cabs) for motor vehicles), and 870899 Other parts and accessories for motor vehicles, as these all contribute to the overall production and maintenance of vehicles.

Revisions to 870840

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 870840. The most recent 1 version of this code (870840) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 870840 ( HS v2017).

Newer versions

Family tree for vehicle parts; gear boxes and parts thereof

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/87'>87: Vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8708'>8708: Motor vehicles; parts and accessories, of heading no. 8701 to 8705</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/870840'>870840: Vehicle parts; gear boxes and parts thereof</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/870810'>870810: Vehicles; bumpers and parts thereof, for the vehicles of heading no. 8701 to 8705</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/870821'>870821: Vehicles; parts of bodies, safety seat belts</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/870829'>870829: Vehicles; parts and accessories, of bodies, other than safety seat belts</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/870830'>870830: Vehicle parts; brakes, servo-brakes and parts thereof</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/870850'>870850: Vehicle parts; drive-axles with differential, whether or not provided with other transmission components, and non-driving axles; parts thereof</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/870870'>870870: Vehicle parts; road wheels and parts and accessories thereof</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/870880'>870880: Vehicle parts; suspension systems and parts thereof (including shock-absorbers)</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/870891'>870891: Vehicle parts; radiators and parts thereof</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/870892'>870892: Vehicle parts; silencers (mufflers) and exhaust pipes; parts thereof</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/870893'>870893: Vehicle parts; clutches and parts thereof</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/870894'>870894: Vehicle parts; steering wheels, steering columns and steering boxes; parts thereof</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/870895'>870895: Vehicle parts; safety airbags with inflater system; parts thereof</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/870899'>870899: Vehicle parts and accessories; n.e.c. in heading no. 8708</a>"]

    

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