About HS Code 870540
This category covers specialized motor vehicles equipped with a rotating drum for mixing and transporting concrete, commonly known as concrete mixer trucks or transit mixers. These vehicles are indispensable in the construction industry, ensuring that concrete remains in a liquid, workable state from the batching plant to the construction site. Importers are typically construction companies, ready-mix concrete suppliers, and infrastructure development firms, particularly in regions experiencing rapid urbanization and large-scale building projects. Exporters are often countries with strong heavy vehicle manufacturing capabilities and advanced construction equipment industries. Key trade considerations include the mixer drum capacity, chassis robustness, engine power, and compliance with local road safety and environmental regulations. The demand for these vehicles is directly linked to the health of the global construction sector and investment in public and private infrastructure.
Products Under This Code
Transit mixers, volumetric concrete mixers, self-loading concrete mixers, truck-mounted concrete mixers, ready-mix concrete trucks, concrete agitator trucks, mobile concrete batching plants (truck-mounted)
Real World Examples
Liebherr HTM series, Sany SYG series, Zoomlion ZLJ series, Mercedes-Benz Arocs mixer, Volvo FMX mixer
Common Misclassification
This code should not be confused with 8474 (machinery for sorting, screening, separating, washing, crushing, grinding, mixing or kneading earth, stone, ores or other mineral substances) which covers stationary mixers, or 8704 (goods transport vehicles) if the mixing function is not integral.
Products Classified Under 8705.40
Industry
This code belongs to the Automotive & Vehicles industry.
Trade Overview
China, Germany, and Italy are major exporters, with strong import demand from countries like India, the USA, and various African nations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 870540?
HS code 870540 covers: Vehicles; concrete-mixer lorries. This category covers specialized motor vehicles equipped with a rotating drum for mixing and transporting concrete, commonly known as concrete mixer trucks or transit mixers. These vehicles are indispensable in the construction industry, ensuring that concrete remains in a liquid, workable state from the batching plant to the construction site. Importers are typically construction companies, ready-mix concrete suppliers, and infrastructure development firms, particularly in regions experiencing rapid urbanization and large-scale building projects. Exporters are often countries with strong heavy vehicle manufacturing capabilities and advanced construction equipment industries. Key trade considerations include the mixer drum capacity, chassis robustness, engine power, and compliance with local road safety and environmental regulations. The demand for these vehicles is directly linked to the health of the global construction sector and investment in public and private infrastructure.
What products fall under HS code 870540?
Transit mixers, volumetric concrete mixers, self-loading concrete mixers, truck-mounted concrete mixers, ready-mix concrete trucks, concrete agitator trucks, mobile concrete batching plants (truck-mounted)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 870540?
This code should not be confused with 8474 (machinery for sorting, screening, separating, washing, crushing, grinding, mixing or kneading earth, stone, ores or other mineral substances) which covers stationary mixers, or 8704 (goods transport vehicles) if the mixing function is not integral.
How is HS code 870540 structured?
HS code 870540 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (87) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (40) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.