Product classification
HS code for Diesel hybrid truck: 8704.41
Vehicles, with both compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel/semi-diesel) and electric motor as motor for propulsion, unassembled as in section 14, (gvw not exceeding 5000kg), for the transport of goods, vans.
Classification of diesel hybrid truck under HS 8704.41
Diesel hybrid trucks designed for the transport of goods with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) not exceeding 5,000 kg are classified under HS code 8704.41. This classification applies to motor vehicles that utilize both a compression-ignition internal combustion engine (diesel or semi-diesel) and an electric motor for propulsion. The primary function of the vehicle must be the transport of goods, which distinguishes it from passenger vehicles in heading 8703. The subheading 8704.41 specifically targets light-duty commercial vehicles. The classification remains applicable even if the vehicle is imported in an unassembled state, provided it meets the criteria for the transport of goods and the hybrid powertrain configuration. This code reflects the modern shift toward fuel-efficient logistics and urban delivery solutions that combine traditional diesel power with electric assistance.
- Covers
- Hybrid diesel delivery vans (GVW < 5t)
- Light-duty diesel-electric hybrid trucks
- Urban logistics hybrid vehicles for goods transport
- Compact diesel hybrid flatbed trucks
- Also under 8704.41
- Ford Transit Custom Plug-in Hybrid (as unassembled components)
- Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Hybrid (as unassembled components)
- Isuzu N-Series Hybrid (as unassembled components)
Codes often confused with 8704.41
Common mistake. These vehicles are frequently misclassified under 8704.21, which is the code for conventional diesel trucks of the same weight class without electric motors. They may also be confused with 8703.xx if the vehicle is a van that could potentially carry passengers, though the lack of rear seating and windows usually confirms 8704.41.
Top exporters and importers of HS 870441 (the code used for diesel hybrid truck), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 870441 (the code used for diesel hybrid truck) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 63% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was New Zealand, with 31% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 870441, not only diesel hybrid truck.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $126M 63% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $33M 16% of world exports
- 3 Germany $9.1M 4.5% of world exports
World total: $201M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 New Zealand $163M 31% of world imports
- 2 Sweden $50M 9.5% of world imports
- 3 Portugal $40M 7.7% of world imports
World total: $519M 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 diesel hybrid truck
Brazil classifies diesel hybrid truck under NCM 8704.41.00: HS 8704.41 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about diesel hybrid truck
What is the HS code for Diesel hybrid truck?
The HS code for Diesel hybrid truck is 870441 (Vehicles; with both compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel/semi-diesel) and electric motor as motor for propulsion, unassembled as in section 14, (gvw not exceeding 5000kg), for the transport of goods, vans). The HS code for a diesel hybrid truck with a GVW not exceeding 5,000 kg is 8704.41.
How do I classify Diesel hybrid truck for customs?
Diesel hybrid truck is classified under HS code 870441 — Vehicles; with both compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel/semi-diesel) and electric motor as motor for propulsion, unassembled as in section 14, (gvw not exceeding 5000kg), for the transport of goods, vans. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include plug-in hybrid trucks?
Yes, 8704.41 covers diesel-electric hybrids regardless of whether they are plug-in or self-charging, provided they are for goods transport and under the weight limit.
Which countries are the top exporters of diesel hybrid truck (HS 870441)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 870441 (the code used for diesel hybrid truck) in UN Comtrade data were China ($126M, 63% of world exports), the Netherlands ($33M) and Germany ($9.1M). World exports came to about $201M, 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 diesel hybrid truck (HS 870441)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 870441 (the code used for diesel hybrid truck) in UN Comtrade data were New Zealand ($163M, 31% of world imports), Sweden ($50M) and Portugal ($40M). World imports came to about $519M, 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.
Is the HS code for Diesel hybrid truck the same in all countries?
The base HS code 870441 for Diesel hybrid 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.
What is the NCM code for diesel hybrid truck in Brazil?
In Brazil, diesel hybrid truck (HS 870441) is classified under NCM 8704.41.00.