HS Code for Cargo truck
A cargo truck equipped with a compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel) and a gross vehicle weight (GVW) between 5 and 20 tonnes is classified under HS code 8704.22. This classification is part of Chapter 87, which covers vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock. The classification process for goods-transport vehicles involves three primary factors: the type of engine, the gross vehicle weight, and the specific use of the vehicle. The GVW is the maximum weight of the vehicle and its load as specified by the manufacturer. HS code 8704.22 specifically targets mid-range diesel trucks used for regional distribution and heavy-duty transport that do not exceed the 20-tonne limit. This classification is determined by General Interpretative Rules 1 and 6, ensuring that the vehicle's technical specifications align with the diesel engine and weight bracket requirements.
Products Included
- Diesel-powered box trucks (5-20 tonnes GVW)
- Flatbed cargo trucks with diesel engines (5-20 tonnes GVW)
- Refrigerated trucks for goods transport (5-20 tonnes GVW)
- Diesel vocational trucks (e.g., delivery trucks)
- Medium-duty diesel freight trucks
Common Misclassification
The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 8704.21, which is for diesel trucks with a GVW not exceeding 5 tonnes, or 8704.23, for those exceeding 20 tonnes. Additionally, trucks with spark-ignition engines (gasoline) are classified under 8704.31 or 8704.32, regardless of weight. It is also important to distinguish cargo trucks from "special purpose motor vehicles" under 8705, such as crane lorries or fire fighting vehicles, which are not primarily for the transport of goods.
FAQ
What is the HS code for Cargo truck?
A cargo truck with a diesel engine and a gross vehicle weight between 5 and 20 tonnes is classified under HS code 8704.22.
How is Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) defined for truck classification?
GVW is the maximum weight of the vehicle when fully loaded, including the weight of the vehicle itself, the fuel, the driver, and the maximum cargo capacity as certified by the manufacturer.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Cargo truck?
The HS code for Cargo truck is 870422 (Vehicles; with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 5 tonnes but not exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1).
How do I classify Cargo truck for customs?
Cargo truck is classified under HS code 870422 — Vehicles; with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 5 tonnes but not exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Cargo truck the same in all countries?
The base HS code 870422 for Cargo truck is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.