Import duty on brake pads in the UK

HS code

8708.30

UK codes

4

UK import duty

2% – 4%

UK VAT

20%

Source: UK Global Tariff (HMRC Trade Tariff service) · checked 2026-10-31

Brakes and their parts for motor vehicles, including pads and rotors, are 8708.30.

UK commodity codes under 8708.30

UK commodity codeDescriptionImport dutyVAT
8708 30 10For the industrial assembly of:<br>pedestrian-controlled tractors of subheading 8701 10;<br>vehicles of heading 8703;<br>vehicles of heading 8704 with either a compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel) of a cylinder capacity not exceeding 2 500 cm<sup>3</sup> or with a spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine of a cylinder capacity not exceeding 2 800 cm<sup>3</sup>;<br>vehicles of heading 8705
2 full 10-digit codes
  • 8708 30 10 40 — For the industrial assembly of:<br>pedestrian-controlled tractors of subheading 8701 10;<br>vehicles of heading 8703;<br>vehicles of heading 8704 with either a compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel) of a cylinder capacity not exceeding 2 500 cm<sup>3</sup> or with a spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine of a cylinder capacity not exceeding 2 800 cm<sup>3</sup>;<br>vehicles of heading 8705 › Body of disc type brake in bir ("ball in ramp") or epb ("electronic parking brake") or with hydraulic function only, containing functional and mounting openings and guide grooves, of a kind used in the manufacture of goods of chapter 87
  • 8708 30 10 70 — For the industrial assembly of:<br>pedestrian-controlled tractors of subheading 8701 10;<br>vehicles of heading 8703;<br>vehicles of heading 8704 with either a compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel) of a cylinder capacity not exceeding 2 500 cm<sup>3</sup> or with a spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine of a cylinder capacity not exceeding 2 800 cm<sup>3</sup>;<br>vehicles of heading 8705 › Ductile cast iron brake caliper jaw, of a  kind used in the manufacture of goods of chapter 87
2%conditions apply20%
8708 30 10 90For the industrial assembly of:<br>pedestrian-controlled tractors of subheading 8701 10;<br>vehicles of heading 8703;<br>vehicles of heading 8704 with either a compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel) of a cylinder capacity not exceeding 2 500 cm<sup>3</sup> or with a spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine of a cylinder capacity not exceeding 2 800 cm<sup>3</sup>;<br>vehicles of heading 8705 › Other2%20%
8708 30 91Other › For disc brakes
3 full 10-digit codes
  • 8708 30 91 30 — Other › For disc brakes › Body of disc type brake in bir ("ball in ramp") or epb ("electronic parking brake") or with hydraulic function only, containing functional and mounting openings and guide grooves, of a kind used in the manufacture of goods of chapter 87
  • 8708 30 91 40 — Other › For disc brakes › Ductile cast iron brake caliper jaw, of a  kind used in the manufacture of goods of chapter 87
  • 8708 30 91 90 — Other › For disc brakes › Other
4%20%
8708 30 99 00Other › Other4%20%

Import duty on brake pads by country

Import into the US

Free – 2.5%

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Import into the UK

2% – 4%

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Import into the EU

4.5%

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How UK import charges work

The duty shown is the standard rate for goods from countries without a trade deal. Goods from a country with a UK trade agreement may pay less, or nothing, if they meet the rules of origin. A few products from certain countries also pay anti-dumping duties. The UK charges import VAT on the customs value plus shipping, insurance and duty.

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Frequently asked questions

Q1What is the UK commodity code for brake pads?
It depends on the product’s details: 4 UK codes sit under HS 8708.30. The table on this page lists each one with its duty.
Q2What is the import duty on brake pads in the UK?
Between 2% – 4%, depending on the exact code. Goods from countries with a trade agreement may pay less if they meet the rules of origin.
Q3Do I pay VAT on imported brake pads?
Yes. Import VAT of 20% applies on top of duty. The UK charges import VAT on the customs value plus shipping, insurance and duty.
Q4Is the UK code the same as the US HTS code?
Only the first 6 digits (8708.30) are the same. The US adds its own digits and rates: see the US HTS code for brake pads.

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