HS Code for Truck body

Truck bodies, including cabs, are classified under HS code 8707.90. Heading 8707 is dedicated to the bodies (including cabs) for motor vehicles of headings 8701 to 8705. While 8707.10 is reserved for passenger cars, 8707.90 covers bodies for all other vehicles, including those for the transport of goods (trucks), public transport (buses), and special purpose vehicles (cranes, fire engines). The classification covers the complete shell of the vehicle's upper structure but does not include the chassis fitted with an engine (which falls under 8706). This code is essential for manufacturers who produce vehicle components separately from the mechanical chassis or for companies specializing in aftermarket body installations like refrigerated units or dump bodies. The body must be a recognizable unit for a vehicle; individual panels or doors that are not assembled into a body structure are classified as parts under heading 8708. The classification remains the same whether the body is imported as a single unit or in a knocked-down state, provided it has the essential character of a vehicle body. This distinction is critical for determining duty rates, as bodies often carry different tariffs than complete vehicles or individual spare parts.

Products Included

• Complete truck cabs (driver compartments)
• Dump truck bodies (tipper bodies)
• Refrigerated truck bodies (insulated shells)
• Tanker bodies for liquid transport
• Flatbed bodies for cargo trucks
• Bus bodies (coachwork)

Common Misclassification

Truck bodies are often misclassified under HS code 8708, which covers parts and accessories of motor vehicles. The rule of thumb is that 8707 is for the entire body or cab structure, while 8708 is for individual components like bumpers, gearboxes, or separate door panels. Another common error is using HS code 8704, which is for the complete vehicle. If the body is imported without a chassis and engine, it cannot be classified as a vehicle under 8704 and must be placed in 8707.90.

FAQ

What is the HS code for a truck body?

The HS code for a truck body, including the cab, is 8707.90.

Does this code include the engine and wheels?

No, HS code 8707.90 is strictly for the body structure. If the item includes the engine and chassis, it is classified as a complete vehicle under 8704.