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HS Code for Semi-trailer truck

8704.23 Vehicles; with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1
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A semi-trailer truck, specifically a heavy-duty vehicle designed for the transport of goods, is classified under HS code 8704.23. This classification is determined by several factors: the vehicle's primary function (transport of goods), the engine type (compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine, commonly known as diesel or semi-diesel), and the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW). Heading 8704 covers motor vehicles for the transport of goods. Subheading 8704.23 specifically applies to those vehicles with a GVW exceeding 20 tonnes. It is important to note that this code refers to the complete vehicle or the chassis fitted with a cab, designed to carry a load. In the context of a 'semi-trailer truck,' this code is used for the heavy trucks that carry the cargo directly on their own frame, rather than just the tractor unit that pulls a separate trailer.

Products Included

  • Heavy-duty diesel freight trucks (GVW > 20 tonnes)
  • Diesel dump trucks for road use (GVW > 20 tonnes)
  • Refuse collection vehicles with diesel engines (GVW > 20 tonnes)
  • Tanker trucks for liquids (GVW > 20 tonnes)
  • Refrigerated goods transport trucks (GVW > 20 tonnes)

Common Misclassification

A very common misclassification occurs between HS code 8704.23 and 8701.20. HS code 8701.20 is specifically for 'Road tractors for semi-trailers' (the cab/unit that pulls the trailer). If the vehicle is designed solely to pull a trailer and does not have a cargo-carrying space of its own, it belongs in 8701.20. Another misclassification happens with 8704.22, which is for diesel trucks with a GVW between 5 and 20 tonnes. Accurate weighing and documentation of the Gross Vehicle Weight are essential to distinguish between these subheadings.

FAQ

What is the HS code for a semi-trailer truck over 20 tonnes?

The HS code for a diesel-powered goods transport vehicle with a GVW exceeding 20 tonnes is 8704.23.

Does this code include the trailer itself?

No, trailers and semi-trailers are classified separately under heading 8716. HS code 8704.23 only covers the motorized vehicle (the truck).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the HS code for Semi-trailer truck?

The HS code for Semi-trailer truck is 870423 (Vehicles; with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1).

How do I classify Semi-trailer truck for customs?

Semi-trailer truck is classified under HS code 870423 — Vehicles; with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. exceeding 20 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Is the HS code for Semi-trailer truck the same in all countries?

The base HS code 870423 for Semi-trailer 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.