Product classification
HS code for Passenger van: 8702.90
Vehicles, public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), n.e.c. in heading 8702, new or used.
Classification of passenger van under HS 8702.90
Passenger vans designed for the transport of ten or more persons, including the driver, are classified under HS code 8702.90. This code is part of the broader heading 8702, which covers motor vehicles for the transport of ten or more persons. The specific subheading 8702.90 is a residual category for vehicles that do not use compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel). Classification is strictly based on the seating capacity as designed by the manufacturer. If a vehicle is modified to hold fewer than ten people, it may fall under a different heading. The primary factor is the intended use for public or group transport rather than private individual use, which distinguishes these vehicles from standard passenger cars.
- Covers
- Electric passenger vans (10+ seats)
- Gasoline-powered shuttle buses
- Hybrid passenger vans for airport transfers
- Natural gas-powered commuter vans
- School vans designed for 10 or more occupants
- Also under 8702.90
- New Flyer Xcelsior CNG
- Solaris Urbino 12 CNG
- Van Hool A330 Fuel Cell
- Mercedes-Benz Citaro NGT
- Scania Citywide LFA CNG
Codes often confused with 8702.90
Common mistake. Passenger vans are frequently misclassified under HS code 8703, which covers motor cars and other vehicles principally designed for the transport of fewer than ten persons. Another common error is using 8702.10, which is reserved specifically for vehicles with compression-ignition (diesel) engines. If the van is primarily for cargo rather than passengers, it must be classified under 8704, even if it has some seating capacity.
Top exporters and importers of HS 870290 (the code used for passenger van), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 870290 (the code used for passenger van) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 27% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Canada, with 17% 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 870290, not only passenger van.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $717M 27% of world exports
- 2 Japan $485M 18% of world exports
- 3 United States $387M 14% of world exports
World total: $2.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Canada $359M 17% of world imports
- 2 United States $290M 13% of world imports
- 3 Italy $160M 7.4% of world imports
World total: $2.2B 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 passenger van
Brazil classifies passenger van under NCM 8702.90.00: HS 8702.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about passenger van
What is the HS code for Passenger van?
The HS code for Passenger van is 870290 (Vehicles; public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), n.e.c. in heading 8702, new or used). The HS code for passenger vans carrying 10 or more people (excluding diesel engines) is 8702.90.
How do I classify Passenger van for customs?
Passenger van is classified under HS code 870290 — Vehicles; public transport type (carries 10 or more persons, including driver), n.e.c. in heading 8702, new or used. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How is seating capacity calculated for HS classification?
Seating capacity is calculated based on the number of designated seats, including the driver's seat, as provided in the vehicle's original technical specifications or permanent modifications.
Which countries are the top exporters of passenger van (HS 870290)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 870290 (the code used for passenger van) in UN Comtrade data were China ($717M, 27% of world exports), Japan ($485M) and the United States ($387M). World exports came to about $2.7B, 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 passenger van (HS 870290)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 870290 (the code used for passenger van) in UN Comtrade data were Canada ($359M, 17% of world imports), the United States ($290M) and Italy ($160M). World imports came to about $2.2B, 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 Passenger van the same in all countries?
The base HS code 870290 for Passenger van 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 passenger van in Brazil?
In Brazil, passenger van (HS 870290) is classified under NCM 8702.90.00.