HS Code for Electric van

The HS code 8704.60 is used for the classification of electric vans designed for the transport of goods. Chapter 87 covers all land vehicles, and heading 8704 is specifically for motor vehicles for the transport of goods. With the 2022 updates to the Harmonized System, 8704.60 was established to specifically categorize vehicles with only electric motors for propulsion. This classification applies to light commercial vehicles, such as delivery vans, provided their primary purpose is the carriage of cargo rather than passengers. To be classified here, the van must not possess an internal combustion engine; it must be a pure Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV). The distinction between 8704 (goods transport) and 8703 (passenger transport) is vital. Customs authorities look for features like the absence of rear windows, the presence of a permanent partition between the driver and the load area, and the lack of passenger amenities in the rear to confirm classification under 8704. If a van is designed to carry both people and goods, its classification depends on its primary design characteristics as outlined in the Explanatory Notes to heading 8703 and 8704.

Products Included

• Electric delivery vans
• Electric panel vans
• Electric light commercial vehicles (LCVs)
• Electric box trucks (lightweight)
• Electric refrigerated vans

Common Misclassification

Electric vans are frequently misclassified under 8703.80 if they are mistaken for passenger vehicles. Conversely, they may be misclassified under 8704.21 if the user assumes the code for traditional diesel vans applies. It is also common to see errors involving hybrid vans, which should be classified under 8704.41 through 8704.52, depending on the engine type and weight.

FAQ

What is the HS code for electric van?

The HS code for a vehicle designed for the transport of goods with only an electric motor for propulsion is 8704.60.

Can a passenger van be classified under 8704.60?

No, if the van is primarily designed for the transport of persons, it must be classified under HS code 8703.80.