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HS Code 8705.20 : Mobile drilling derricks

The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for mobile drilling derricks is 8705.20. Under the 2026 United Arab Emirates (FCA), the representative MFN general duty rate is 5% [UAE Federal Customs Authority].

Chapter

Ch 87

Heading

8705

Subheading

8705.20

AE MFN Duty

MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY

Chapter 87

Special purpose motor vehicles, other than those principally designed for the transport of persons or goods (for example, wreckers, mobile cranes, fire fighting vehicles, concrete mixers, road sweepers, spraying vehicles, mobile workshops, mobile radiological units)

Heading 8705

8705

Subheading .20

.20

Mobile drilling derricks

MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX

Import Duty Rates by Destination

United Arab Emirates (FCA / GCC Tariff)

8705.20

Representative MFN Duty Rate

Verified July 2026 · UAE FCA Source

MODULE 5: UAE IMPORT DUTY & VAT BREAKDOWN

FCA Base MFN Duty

GCC MFN Rate [FCA]

Value Added Tax (VAT)

5.00 %

CIF + Duty Base [VAT 5%]

De Minimis Threshold

AED 300 (~$81)

Customs Exemption

Notice: UAE customs entry, tariff classification, MFN duties (typically 5%), and 5% VAT are governed by the Federal Customs Authority (FCA). Always verify declarable lines with FCA prior to import.

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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix

Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Commercial Invoice

Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Packing List & Bill of Lading

Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.

PREFERENTIAL RULE

Certificate of Origin (If Claiming FTA)

Required only when claiming zero-duty preference under USMCA, KORUS, or GSP.

MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags

Standard Entry This commodity does not carry mandatory PGA pre-clearance flags under the ACE message set.

MODULE 8: Trade Remedies (Section 301, Section 232, AD/CVD)

China Section 301 Tariff Status

7.5% – 25% Additional Duty (China Origin)

Section 232 Steel/Aluminum Status

Exempt (Non-Metal Commodity)

EU CBAM Carbon Alert

Not in Scope

MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)

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Agreement Code	Trade Agreement / Program	Preferential Rate	Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement
P	United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA)	Free	Must meet USMCA Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff shift rules.
KR	U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS)	Free	Direct shipment from South Korea with KORUS Certificate of Origin.
AU	U.S.-Australia Free Trade Agreement	Free	Wholly obtained or tariff shift rule under US-Australia FTA.
A / D	GSP / African Growth & Opportunity Act (AGOA)	Free	35% local value-add requirement for beneficiary country origin.

MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications

Standard 20ft Container

~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload

Standard 40ft High-Cube

~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload

Stowage Factor & Handling

Standard commercial packaging for Mobile drilling derricks

MODULE 11: UAE FCA Advance Customs Ruling

Legally binding classification rulings issued by UAE Federal Customs Authority for HS 8705.20.

Query official FCA portal:

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UAE FCA Declarable Lines (8705.20)

National line-level (8/10-digit) detail for United Arab Emirates (FCA): coverage in progress.

Universal 6-digit WCO backbone applied rate: 5%. Confirm the full national commodity code at the official source (UAE Federal Customs Authority).

MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes

Related HS Code	Heading Category	Action
8705.10	Subheading under Heading 8705	Compare Subheading 8705.10 →
8705.30	Subheading under Heading 8705	Compare Subheading 8705.30 →
8705.40	Subheading under Heading 8705	Compare Subheading 8705.40 →
8705.90	Subheading under Heading 8705	Compare Subheading 8705.90 →

Official Primary Sources & Authority References

UAE Federal Customs Authority (FCA) ↗

Official UAE Federal Customs tariff schedule, 5% VAT, and CEPA rules.

FCA Advance Customs Ruling Portal ↗

UAE Federal Customs Authority advance classification rulings database.

MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide

What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and United States (USITC HTS) general duty for Mobile drilling derricks?

Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and United States (USITC HTS), Mobile drilling derricks is classified under HS 8705.20 (Heading 8705, Chapter 87). The representative AE MFN general duty rate is 5%.

How is HS 8705.20 distinguished within Heading 8705 (Special purpose motor vehicles, other than those principally designed for the transport of persons or goods (for example, wreckers, mobile cranes, fire fighting vehicles, concrete mixers, road sweepers, spraying vehicles, mobile workshops, mobile radiological units))?

Heading 8705 covers Special purpose motor vehicles, other than those principally designed for the transport of persons or goods (for example, wreckers, mobile cranes, fire fighting vehicles, concrete mixers, road sweepers, spraying vehicles, mobile workshops, mobile radiological units). Subheading 8705.20 specifically isolates Mobile drilling derricks. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 8705.

What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 8705.20?

Related subheadings under Heading 8705 include 8705.10, 8705.30, 8705.40, 8705.90. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.

What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Mobile drilling derricks?

Commercial Invoice (detailing Incoterms, currency, and origin), Packing List, Bill of Lading (or Air Waybill), CBP Form 7501 Entry Summary, and a continuous customs bond are required for formal entries.

Can goods under HS 8705.20 enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?

Yes. Eligible goods originating in Mexico, Canada, South Korea, or Australia enter duty-free under preference SPI codes (P, KR, AU) provided they satisfy Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff-shift rules with a valid Certificate of Origin.

What is the US formal entry threshold for shipments of Mobile drilling derricks?

Commercial shipments of Mobile drilling derricks with a customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require formal customs entry (CBP Form 7501) and a continuous entry bond. Informal entry applies to lower values.

How can an importer obtain a binding CBP classification ruling for HS 8705.20?

Importers may submit an e-Ruling request under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) to obtain a legally binding tariff classification ruling prior to importation.

What import VAT or sales tax applies to HS 8705.20 in United Arab Emirates?

Commercial imports of Mobile drilling derricks under HS 8705.20 into United Arab Emirates are subject to 5% VAT, assessed on the entered customs value plus applicable duties.

What is the customs duty de minimis threshold in United Arab Emirates?

The customs de minimis threshold for import shipments into United Arab Emirates is AED 300 (~$81). Consignments under this value may qualify for duty-free or simplified entry under local regulations.

Which authority regulates customs entry and tariff classification in United Arab Emirates?

Customs declarations, import duty assessments, and FCA Advance Customs Ruling Portal for HS 8705.20 are administered by UAE Federal Customs Authority (FCA).

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