HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 8716.31 – Tanker trailers and tanker semi-trailers
HS code 8716.31 is the 6-digit subheading for tanker trailers and tanker semi-trailers. It is used for fuel tankers, chemical tankers, milk tankers, water tankers and cement tankers.
What HS 8716.31 covers
This classification covers tanker trailers and tanker semi-trailers, which are specialized vehicles designed for the bulk transport of liquids, gases, or certain bulk solids. These trailers are indispensable for various industries, including petroleum, chemical, food, and construction, facilitating the movement of essential commodities across vast distances. International trade in tanker trailers is driven by the logistics and industrial sectors' demand for safe, efficient, and compliant transportation solutions. Major exporters are often specialized manufacturers in countries with strong heavy vehicle industries, such as the USA, Germany, and China, known for their robust engineering and adherence to safety standards. Importers include trucking companies, logistics providers, and industrial firms globally. Key trade considerations involve adherence to international safety regulations for hazardous materials, capacity requirements, material compatibility with transported substances, and specific regional road transport laws.
- Covers
- Fuel tankers
- Chemical tankers
- Milk tankers
- Water tankers
- Cement tankers
- Asphalt tankers
- Cryogenic tankers
- Vacuum tankers
- LPG tankers
- Examples
- Heil Tank Trailers
- Polar Tank Trailers
- Brenner Tankers
- Fruehauf Tankers
- Feldbinder Tankers
Codes often confused with 8716.31
Common mistake. Can be confused with other types of trailers (871639) or even railway tank wagons (8606) if not clearly identified as road-based tanker trailers.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 871631, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 871631 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 30% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, 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 $503M 30% of world exports
- 2 Germany $163M 9.8% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $107M 6.4% of world exports
World total: $1.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $254M 17% of world imports
- 2 Germany $80M 5.5% of world imports
- 3 Tanzania $80M 5.4% of world imports
World total: $1.5B 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 8716.31
Brazil does not split HS 8716.31: its NCM code is 8716.31.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 87.16 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 8716.31
What is HS code 871631?
HS code 871631 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Tanker trailers and tanker semi-trailers. This classification covers tanker trailers and tanker semi-trailers, which are specialized vehicles designed for the bulk transport of liquids, gases, or certain bulk solids. These trailers are indispensable for various industries, including petroleum, chemical, food, and construction, facilitating the movement of essential commodities across vast distances. International trade in tanker trailers is driven by the logistics and industrial sectors' demand for safe, efficient, and compliant transportation solutions. Major exporters are often specialized manufacturers in countries with strong heavy vehicle industries, such as the USA, Germany, and China, known for their robust engineering and adherence to safety standards. Importers include trucking companies, logistics providers, and industrial firms globally. Key trade considerations involve adherence to international safety regulations for hazardous materials, capacity requirements, material compatibility with transported substances, and specific regional road transport laws.
What products fall under HS code 871631?
Fuel tankers, chemical tankers, milk tankers, water tankers, cement tankers, asphalt tankers, cryogenic tankers, vacuum tankers, LPG tankers
What are common misclassifications for HS code 871631?
Can be confused with other types of trailers (871639) or even railway tank wagons (8606) if not clearly identified as road-based tanker trailers.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 871631?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 871631 in UN Comtrade data were China ($503M, 30% of world exports), Germany ($163M) and Türkiye ($107M). World exports came to about $1.7B, 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 871631?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 871631 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($254M, 17% of world imports), Germany ($80M) and Tanzania ($80M). World imports came to about $1.5B, 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 871631 structured?
HS code 871631 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (87) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (16) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (31) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 871631?
In Brazil, HS code 871631 is NCM 8716.31.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.