Product classification
HS code for EV truck: 8704.60
Vehicles, with only electric motor for propulsion.
Classification of EV truck under HS 8704.60
Electric trucks, defined as motor vehicles for the transport of goods powered exclusively by an electric motor, are classified under HS code 8704.60. Heading 8704 is dedicated to motor vehicles for the transport of goods, and the 8704.60 subheading specifically addresses the modern transition to electric propulsion in the logistics and freight sectors. To be classified here, the vehicle's design must be primarily for hauling cargo, and its propulsion must be entirely electric. This means the vehicle lacks a traditional diesel or gasoline engine. The classification covers a wide range of gross vehicle weights, from light delivery vans to heavy-duty electric haulers. Customs authorities look at the chassis design, the presence of a cargo area (such as a flatbed, refrigerated box, or van body), and the technical specifications of the electric drivetrain to confirm this code. This classification is essential for monitoring the electrification of commercial fleets and applying relevant green energy incentives.
- Covers
- Electric light commercial delivery vans
- Heavy-duty electric semi-trucks (tractors excluded)
- Electric refuse collection trucks
- Electric flatbed trucks for cargo transport
- Electric refrigerated trucks for goods delivery
- Also under 8704.60
- Tesla Semi
- Rivian EDV
- Ford E-Transit
- Mercedes-Benz eSprinter
- Volvo VNR Electric
- BYD eT3
Codes often confused with 8704.60
Common mistake. Electric trucks are often misclassified under 8704.21 through 8704.32, which are codes reserved for internal combustion engine trucks (diesel or petrol). They are also sometimes confused with 8703.80 if the vehicle is a light pickup truck used for personal transport. Additionally, electric "works trucks" used in factories or warehouses for short-distance transport are classified under 8709.11, not 8704.60.
Top exporters and importers of HS 870460 (the code used for EV truck), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 870460 (the code used for EV truck) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 13% 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 870460, not only EV truck.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $2.0B 23% of world exports
- 2 Türkiye $1.2B 14% of world exports
- 3 France $1.2B 13% of world exports
World total: $8.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Kingdom $1.1B 13% of world imports
- 2 Germany $797M 9.7% of world imports
- 3 Norway $683M 8.3% of world imports
World total: $8.2B 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 EV truck
Brazil classifies EV truck under NCM 8704.60.00: HS 8704.60 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about EV truck
What is the HS code for EV truck?
The HS code for EV truck is 870460 (Vehicles; with only electric motor for propulsion). The HS code for an all-electric truck used for transporting goods is 8704.60.
How do I classify EV truck for customs?
EV truck is classified under HS code 870460 — Vehicles; with only electric motor for propulsion. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are electric road tractors for semi-trailers under this code?
No, electric road tractors for semi-trailers are classified under HS code 8701.24, as heading 8701 is specific to tractors.
Which countries are the top exporters of EV truck (HS 870460)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 870460 (the code used for EV truck) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($2.0B, 23% of world exports), Türkiye ($1.2B) and France ($1.2B). World exports came to about $8.7B, 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 EV truck (HS 870460)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 870460 (the code used for EV truck) in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($1.1B, 13% of world imports), Germany ($797M) and Norway ($683M). World imports came to about $8.2B, 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 EV truck the same in all countries?
The base HS code 870460 for EV 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 EV truck in Brazil?
In Brazil, EV truck (HS 870460) is classified under NCM 8704.60.00.