8714.92 - Wheel rims and spokes:

This HTS classification, 8714.92, specifically addresses wheel rims and spokes intended for use with vehicles covered under headings 8711 to 8713, which primarily encompass motorcycles, bicycles, and tricycles. This category is distinct from its siblings as it focuses solely on the components that form the circumference of a wheel and its radial supports, rather than the structural frame, braking mechanisms, saddles, or propulsion systems.

While sibling categories like 8714.91 cover frames and forks, and 8714.94 encompass brakes, HTS 8714.92 is reserved for the wheel's fundamental structural elements. It excludes complete wheels, which would fall under different headings, and focuses on the individual rims and spokes that are assembled to form a functional wheel. The materials used, such as steel, aluminum alloy, or composite materials, are not determinative of classification at this level, as long as the items are identifiable as wheel rims or spokes for the specified vehicle types.

The subcategories under 8714.92 further differentiate these components. 8714.92.10.00 specifically covers wheel rims, which are the outer circular components that the tire mounts onto. Conversely, 8714.92.50.00 is dedicated to spokes, the rods that connect the hub to the rim, providing structural integrity and support. This division allows for more granular tracking and tariff application based on the specific component being imported or exported.