About HS Code 870191
This HS code covers small tractors with an engine power not exceeding 18kW, excluding road tractors and works trucks. These versatile machines are primarily used in gardening, landscaping, small-scale agriculture, and municipal services, offering maneuverability and sufficient power for lighter tasks. Importers include individual consumers, small businesses, landscaping companies, and local government entities. Exporters are typically manufacturers specializing in compact utility equipment, often from countries with advanced agricultural machinery industries. The trade is driven by demand for efficient property maintenance, hobby farming, and specialized utility work, with factors like ease of use, attachment compatibility, and fuel efficiency being important considerations.
Products Under This Code
Garden tractors, sub-compact utility tractors, lawn tractors, small agricultural tractors, compact utility vehicles (tractor type), riding mowers (tractor-style)
Real World Examples
John Deere 1025R, Kubota BX Series, Massey Ferguson GC1700, Yanmar SA Series, Cub Cadet XT1
Common Misclassification
Often confused with 8432 (agricultural machinery for soil preparation) if attachments are included, or 8709 (works trucks) if used for towing in industrial settings, but these are primarily for pulling/pushing in agricultural/landscaping contexts.
Products Classified Under 8701.91
Industry
This code belongs to the Automotive & Vehicles industry.
Trade Overview
High demand in developed countries for landscaping and small-scale farming, with Japan, USA, and European nations being significant markets.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 870191?
HS code 870191 covers: Tractors; n.e.c. in heading no 8701 (other than tractors of heading no 8709); of an engine power not exceeding 18kW. This HS code covers small tractors with an engine power not exceeding 18kW, excluding road tractors and works trucks. These versatile machines are primarily used in gardening, landscaping, small-scale agriculture, and municipal services, offering maneuverability and sufficient power for lighter tasks. Importers include individual consumers, small businesses, landscaping companies, and local government entities. Exporters are typically manufacturers specializing in compact utility equipment, often from countries with advanced agricultural machinery industries. The trade is driven by demand for efficient property maintenance, hobby farming, and specialized utility work, with factors like ease of use, attachment compatibility, and fuel efficiency being important considerations.
What products fall under HS code 870191?
Garden tractors, sub-compact utility tractors, lawn tractors, small agricultural tractors, compact utility vehicles (tractor type), riding mowers (tractor-style)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 870191?
Often confused with 8432 (agricultural machinery for soil preparation) if attachments are included, or 8709 (works trucks) if used for towing in industrial settings, but these are primarily for pulling/pushing in agricultural/landscaping contexts.
How is HS code 870191 structured?
HS code 870191 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (87) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (91) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.