HS Code for Hood

A vehicle hood, also known as a bonnet, is classified under HS code 8708.29. This code is situated in Chapter 87, which covers vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock, and parts and accessories thereof. Heading 8708 is dedicated to parts and accessories of the motor vehicles of headings 8701 to 8705. Specifically, subheading 8708.29 covers \"other\" parts and accessories of bodies (including cabs), excluding safety seat belts which have their own specific subheading (8708.21). The hood is considered a structural body part designed to protect the engine compartment. Classification under 8708 requires that the item be identifiable as being suitable for use solely or principally with motor vehicles. If the item were a general-purpose sheet of metal not yet shaped into a hood, it would be classified according to its constituent material in Chapter 72 or 73. This classification follows GRI 1 and Note 2 to Section XVII.

Products Included

• Automobile hoods (bonnets)
• Truck engine covers
• Fenders and wheel arches
• Vehicle door panels
• Trunk lids (boot lids)

Common Misclassification

Hoods are sometimes misclassified under 8707, which covers entire bodies for motor vehicles. However, 8708.29 is the correct code for individual body components. Another error is using 7326 (other articles of iron or steel), but since the hood is a specialized vehicle part, Chapter 87 takes precedence over the general material chapter.

FAQ

What is the HS code for a car hood?

The HS code for a car hood or bonnet is 8708.29.

Does this include the hinges?

Hinges are often classified under 8302.30 as base metal mountings and fittings for motor vehicles, though if they are permanently attached to the hood, they may be classified together under 8708.29.