8714.94.30 - Drum brakes, caliper and cantilever bicycle brakes, and coaster brakes; parts thereof (including cable or inner wire therefor, fitted with fittings)

This HTS category, 8714.94.30, specifically covers drum brakes, caliper and cantilever bicycle brakes, and coaster brakes, along with their associated parts. This includes essential components like cables or inner wires when they are fitted with the necessary fittings for brake operation. The primary function of these items is to provide braking mechanisms for bicycles.

While this heading deals with bicycle brakes, it is important to distinguish it from other components within the broader 8714.94 family. The sibling category, 8714.94.90, covers "Other" parts and accessories for bicycles not specifically enumerated here. Therefore, this particular classification is reserved for the brake mechanisms themselves and their direct, fitted parts, rather than more general bicycle accessories.

Within this category, further distinctions are made to refine classification. Subcategories exist for specific types of brakes, such as caliper and cantilever bicycle brakes (8714.94.30.20), and for coaster brakes. The existence of these subdivisions allows for a more granular classification of the diverse braking systems found on bicycles, ensuring accurate tariff application based on the specific brake technology employed.