About HS Code 840820
This category encompasses compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines, or diesel engines, specifically designed for the propulsion of vehicles classified under Chapter 87. This includes engines for passenger cars, buses, trucks, agricultural tractors, construction vehicles, and other specialized road and off-road vehicles. The international trade in these engines is enormous, forming a critical part of the global automotive and heavy equipment supply chains. Major exporters are countries with advanced automotive and industrial machinery manufacturing, such as Germany, Japan, the USA, and South Korea. Importers include vehicle assembly plants, heavy equipment manufacturers, and aftermarket distributors worldwide. Key trade considerations involve engine performance, fuel efficiency, stringent emissions standards (e.g., Euro VI, EPA Tier 4), durability, and integration with complex vehicle systems. The market is highly regulated and demands continuous innovation in clean diesel technology.
Products Under This Code
Truck diesel engines, Bus diesel engines, Passenger car diesel engines, Agricultural tractor engines, Construction equipment diesel engines, Heavy-duty vehicle engines, Light commercial vehicle diesel engines
Real World Examples
Cummins X15, Detroit Diesel DD15, Mercedes-Benz OM471, Ford Power Stroke 6.7L, Volkswagen TDI 2.0L
Common Misclassification
This code is distinct from 840810 (marine diesel engines) by its "vehicle propulsion" use, and from 84073x (vehicle spark-ignition engines) by its "compression-ignition" type.
Products Classified Under 8408.20
Industry
This code belongs to the Electronics & Electrical Equipment industry.
Trade Overview
Germany, the USA, Japan, and South Korea are primary exporters, while China, Mexico, and various European countries are significant importers for vehicle manufacturing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 840820?
HS code 840820 covers: Engines; compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines), of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87. This category encompasses compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines, or diesel engines, specifically designed for the propulsion of vehicles classified under Chapter 87. This includes engines for passenger cars, buses, trucks, agricultural tractors, construction vehicles, and other specialized road and off-road vehicles. The international trade in these engines is enormous, forming a critical part of the global automotive and heavy equipment supply chains. Major exporters are countries with advanced automotive and industrial machinery manufacturing, such as Germany, Japan, the USA, and South Korea. Importers include vehicle assembly plants, heavy equipment manufacturers, and aftermarket distributors worldwide. Key trade considerations involve engine performance, fuel efficiency, stringent emissions standards (e.g., Euro VI, EPA Tier 4), durability, and integration with complex vehicle systems. The market is highly regulated and demands continuous innovation in clean diesel technology.
What products fall under HS code 840820?
Truck diesel engines, Bus diesel engines, Passenger car diesel engines, Agricultural tractor engines, Construction equipment diesel engines, Heavy-duty vehicle engines, Light commercial vehicle diesel engines
What are common misclassifications for HS code 840820?
This code is distinct from 840810 (marine diesel engines) by its "vehicle propulsion" use, and from 84073x (vehicle spark-ignition engines) by its "compression-ignition" type.
How is HS code 840820 structured?
HS code 840820 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (84) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.