HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 8703.60 – Vehicles; with both spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine and electric motor for propulsion, capable of being charged by plugging to external source of electric power

HS code 8703.60 is the 6-digit subheading for vehicles, with both spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine and electric motor for propulsion, capable of being charged by plugging to external source of electric power. It is used for plug-in hybrid SUVs, plug-in hybrid sedans, plug-in hybrid compact cars, plug-in hybrid luxury vehicles and plug-in hybrid crossovers.

What HS 8703.60 covers

This category identifies Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) that feature both a spark-ignition (petrol) internal combustion engine and an electric motor, with the crucial ability to be charged by plugging into an external electric power source. These vehicles offer a significant electric-only driving range, reducing fuel consumption and emissions for daily commutes, while retaining the flexibility of a petrol engine for longer journeys. PHEVs are a key transitional technology in the global shift towards electrification, benefiting from government incentives and expanding charging infrastructure. Major trade flows involve automotive powerhouses in Europe, China, and North America, driven by consumer demand for eco-friendly yet versatile transportation options.

Covers: Plug-in hybrid SUVs
Plug-in hybrid sedans
Plug-in hybrid compact cars
Plug-in hybrid luxury vehicles
Plug-in hybrid crossovers
Examples: Toyota RAV4 Prime
BMW 330e
Volvo XC60 Recharge
Hyundai Tucson PHEV
Audi Q5 TFSI e

Codes often confused with 8703.60

Common mistake. Frequently mistaken for 870340 (conventional petrol hybrids) due to similar powertrain components, but 870360's key differentiator is its ability to be charged externally.

8703.40Vehicles; with both spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine and electric motor for propulsion, incapable of being charged by plugging to external source of electric power

Top exporters and importers of HS code 870360, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 870360 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 16% 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 $22.4B 25% of world exports
2 Germany $21.2B 23% of world exports
3 Japan $7.0B 7.7% of world exports

World total: $90.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

1 Germany $13.6B 16% of world imports
2 United Kingdom $8.8B 10% of world imports
3 United States $7.8B 9.2% of world imports

World total: $84.9B 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 8703.60

Brazil does not split HS 8703.60: its NCM code is 8703.60.00.

8703.60.00 Spark-ignition plug-in hybrid carsOutros veículos, equipados para propulsão, simultaneamente, com motor de pistão de ignição por centelha (faísca) e motor elétrico, suscetíveis de serem carregados por conexão a uma fonte externa de energia elétrica

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 87.03 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Access via API

GET /api/hs-code/870360/

{
  "code": "870360",
  "description": "Vehicles; with both spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine and electric motor for propulsion, capable of being charged by plugging to external source of electric power",
  "section": "XVII",
  "parent": "8703"
}

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Questions about HS 8703.60

What is HS code 870360?

HS code 870360 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Vehicles; with both spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine and electric motor for propulsion, capable of being charged by plugging to external source of electric power. This category identifies Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) that feature both a spark-ignition (petrol) internal combustion engine and an electric motor, with the crucial ability to be charged by plugging into an external electric power source. These vehicles offer a significant electric-only driving range, reducing fuel consumption and emissions for daily commutes, while retaining the flexibility of a petrol engine for longer journeys. PHEVs are a key transitional technology in the global shift towards electrification, benefiting from government incentives and expanding charging infrastructure. Major trade flows involve automotive powerhouses in Europe, China, and North America, driven by consumer demand for eco-friendly yet versatile transportation options.

What products fall under HS code 870360?

Plug-in hybrid SUVs, plug-in hybrid sedans, plug-in hybrid compact cars, plug-in hybrid luxury vehicles, plug-in hybrid crossovers

What are common misclassifications for HS code 870360?

Frequently mistaken for 870340 (conventional petrol hybrids) due to similar powertrain components, but 870360's key differentiator is its ability to be charged externally.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 870360?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 870360 in UN Comtrade data were China ($22.4B, 25% of world exports), Germany ($21.2B) and Japan ($7.0B). World exports came to about $90.8B, 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 870360?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 870360 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($13.6B, 16% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($8.8B) and the United States ($7.8B). World imports came to about $84.9B, 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 870360 structured?

HS code 870360 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (87) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (03) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (60) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 870360?

In Brazil, HS code 870360 is NCM 8703.60.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.