HS Code for Farm trailers

HS code 8716.20 is a specific classification for agricultural trailers that possess self-loading or self-unloading capabilities. Under the Harmonized System, Chapter 87 covers vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock. Heading 8716 is dedicated to trailers and semi-trailers for all types of vehicles. The 8716.20 subheading is unique because it combines the intended use (agriculture) with a specific mechanical feature (self-loading or self-unloading). This typically includes trailers equipped with hydraulic tipping mechanisms, floor conveyors, or auger systems designed to discharge grain, silage, or manure without external assistance. To qualify for this code, the trailer must be primarily designed for use in the agricultural sector. General-purpose trailers that lack these specific loading or unloading features are classified under different subheadings of 8716, depending on their weight and configuration.

Products Included

• Self-unloading grain trailers
• Manure spreaders (trailer type)
• Self-loading forage wagons
• Agricultural tipping trailers

Common Misclassification

Agricultural trailers are often misclassified under 8716.39, which is the general category for other trailers for the transport of goods. The distinction lies in the self-loading or self-unloading mechanism; if the trailer is a simple flatbed used on a farm, it belongs in 8716.39. Furthermore, if the trailer has permanently mounted machinery for soil preparation, it might be confused with heading 8432, which covers agricultural machinery.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Farm trailers?

The HS code for self-loading or self-unloading trailers for agricultural purposes is 8716.20.

Are standard flatbed farm trailers included here?

No, standard trailers without self-loading or self-unloading mechanisms are generally classified under HS code 8716.39 or 8716.40.