HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8702.90 – Vehicles; public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), n.e.c. in heading 8702, new or used
HS code 8702.90 is the 6-digit subheading for vehicles, public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), n.e.c. in heading 8702, new or used. It is used for CNG city bus, LNG intercity coach, hydrogen fuel cell bus, gasoline-powered school bus and bi-fuel public transport vehicle.
What HS 8702.90 covers
This "not elsewhere specified" (NES) code for public transport vehicles covers those carrying ten or more persons that don't fit into the specific categories of diesel-electric hybrid or purely electric propulsion. This typically includes vehicles powered by alternative fuels like compressed natural gas (CNG), liquefied natural gas (LNG), hydrogen fuel cells, or even older gasoline-powered models, as well as specialized variants. Importers often include regions with specific fuel infrastructure or those seeking diverse energy solutions for their public transit fleets, particularly in developing economies where cost-effectiveness and fuel availability are key. Exporters are global vehicle manufacturers offering a range of propulsion technologies. Trade considerations involve fuel infrastructure compatibility, emissions standards, and the specific operational requirements of the importing country. This code acts as a catch-all for the diverse and evolving landscape of public transport vehicle technologies.
- Covers
- CNG city bus
- LNG intercity coach
- Hydrogen fuel cell bus
- Gasoline-powered school bus
- Bi-fuel public transport vehicle
- Trolleybus (non-electric motor specific)
- Examples
- New Flyer Xcelsior CNG
- Solaris Urbino 12 CNG
- Van Hool A330 Fuel Cell
- Mercedes-Benz Citaro NGT
- Scania Citywide LFA CNG
Codes often confused with 8702.90
Common mistake. This code is used for public transport vehicles that are neither hybrid diesel-electric (870230) nor purely electric (870240), encompassing other fuel types or propulsion systems.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 870290, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 870290 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Canada, with 17% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $717M 27% of world exports
- 2 Japan $485M 18% of world exports
- 3 United States $387M 14% of world exports
World total: $2.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Canada $359M 17% of world imports
- 2 United States $290M 13% of world imports
- 3 Italy $160M 7.4% of world imports
World total: $2.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 8702.90
Brazil does not split HS 8702.90: its NCM code is 8702.90.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 87.02 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8702.90
What is HS code 870290?
HS code 870290 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Vehicles; public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), n.e.c. in heading 8702, new or used. This "not elsewhere specified" (NES) code for public transport vehicles covers those carrying ten or more persons that don't fit into the specific categories of diesel-electric hybrid or purely electric propulsion. This typically includes vehicles powered by alternative fuels like compressed natural gas (CNG), liquefied natural gas (LNG), hydrogen fuel cells, or even older gasoline-powered models, as well as specialized variants. Importers often include regions with specific fuel infrastructure or those seeking diverse energy solutions for their public transit fleets, particularly in developing economies where cost-effectiveness and fuel availability are key. Exporters are global vehicle manufacturers offering a range of propulsion technologies. Trade considerations involve fuel infrastructure compatibility, emissions standards, and the specific operational requirements of the importing country. This code acts as a catch-all for the diverse and evolving landscape of public transport vehicle technologies.
What products fall under HS code 870290?
CNG city bus, LNG intercity coach, Hydrogen fuel cell bus, Gasoline-powered school bus, Bi-fuel public transport vehicle, Trolleybus (non-electric motor specific)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 870290?
This code is used for public transport vehicles that are neither hybrid diesel-electric (870230) nor purely electric (870240), encompassing other fuel types or propulsion systems.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 870290?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 870290 in UN Comtrade data were China ($717M, 27% of world exports), Japan ($485M) and the United States ($387M). World exports came to about $2.7B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 870290?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 870290 in UN Comtrade data were Canada ($359M, 17% of world imports), the United States ($290M) and Italy ($160M). World imports came to about $2.2B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 870290 structured?
HS code 870290 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (87) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 870290?
In Brazil, HS code 870290 is NCM 8702.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.