8714 10Select TARIC subcode
Of motorcycles (including mopeds)
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Classification of motorcycle parts CN 871410
CN code 871410 covers saddles and their parts intended for motorcycles (including mopeds). A motorcycle saddle is an element mounted on the motorcycle frame providing riding comfort for the rider and passenger. This code classifies rider saddles, passenger saddles, dual saddles, passenger backrests, saddle pads, and saddle upholstery. The code covers both OEM and aftermarket saddles, including sport, touring, and custom-fitted options. Importing motorcycle saddles follows standard customs procedures, and duty rates should be verified in the TARIC or ISZTAR system. Saddles do not require E-mark approval.
Import procedures and customs aspects
Importing motorcycle saddles requires a correct customs declaration describing the saddle type and its purpose. The customs value includes the purchase price, transport, and insurance to the EU border. Saddles as non-safety parts do not require safety certificates but must meet general product safety standards. Materials used in saddles – natural leather, synthetic leather, foam – may be subject to chemical substance regulations (REACH). Importers may benefit from preferential duty rates under EU trade agreements. Importing saddles made from exotic leather (e.g., crocodile) requires a CITES permit.
Motorcycle saddle market
The motorcycle saddle market is dominated by the aftermarket segment, as riders frequently replace original saddles with more comfortable or style-appropriate alternatives. Aftermarket manufacturers – Sargent, Corbin, Seat Concepts – offer ergonomic, heated, and height-adjustable saddles. Asian saddle imports represent a growing share of the replacement market. The trend towards motorcycle personalisation drives demand for handmade and custom saddles. Touring saddles with built-in heating and adjustment represent the premium segment.
Frequently asked questions
Do aftermarket motorcycle saddles require certification?
Motorcycle saddles do not require E-mark approval or other automotive-specific safety certificates. They must however meet general product safety directive requirements. Materials used must comply with REACH chemical substance regulations. Importing exotic leather saddles requires CITES permits. Aftermarket manufacturers should ensure saddle compatibility with specific motorcycle models.
How to classify a saddle with built-in heating?
A motorcycle saddle with a built-in electric heating system is classified under CN code 871410, as its essential character is a motorcycle saddle. The heating element constitutes an auxiliary function that does not change the classification. Similarly, saddles with pneumatic adjustment or built-in sensors are also classified as motorcycle saddles under this code.
Does importing natural leather saddles require special documents?
Importing saddles made from cattle or pig leather does not require special documents beyond standard customs documentation. However, importing saddles made from exotic leather – crocodile, snake, ostrich – requires a CITES permit (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species). Absence of a CITES permit results in goods seizure at the customs border. Leather must originate from legal farms or harvests.