8714.94.30.20 - Caliper and cantilever bicycle brakes

This HTS category encompasses caliper and cantilever bicycle brakes. These braking systems are characterized by their mechanism, which typically involves two opposing arms or "calipers" that pivot to press brake pads against the wheel rim or rotor, thereby slowing or stopping the bicycle. Caliper brakes are commonly found on road bikes, while cantilever brakes are often seen on older mountain bikes and cyclocross bikes. This classification is intended for the complete brake assemblies.

It is important to distinguish this category from its sibling, "Coaster brakes." Coaster brakes are integrated into the rear hub and are activated by pedaling backward. In contrast, caliper and cantilever brakes are externally mounted mechanisms operated by levers on the handlebars. This section focuses specifically on the types of brakes that operate via an external actuating force applied to the wheel rim or disc.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification within 8714.94.30.20 is final for caliper and cantilever bicycle brakes. If a component of these brakes were imported separately, it might fall under a different, more specific classification if one existed, or potentially under a general "parts thereof" provision if applicable and not covered by a more precise heading.