Chapter 87 HS Codes: Vehicles Other Than Railway Rolling Stock
CHAPTER DEFINITION & SCOPE
HS Chapter 87 of the WCO Harmonized System covers vehicles other than railway rolling stock. It groups 16 4-digit WCO headings and 98 6-digit subheadings under the official 2026 customs nomenclature [USITC HTS 2026].
Chapter
Ch 87
Headings
16 Headings
Subheadings
98 HS6
US Tariff Status
Active 2026
Chapter 87 4-Digit Headings Directory
| Heading | WCO Heading Description | Subheading Count | Directory Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heading 8701 | Tractors (other than tractors of heading 8709) | 12 subheadings | Browse Heading 8701 → |
| Heading 8702 | Motor vehicles for the transport of ten or more persons, including the driver | 5 subheadings | Browse Heading 8702 → |
| Heading 8703 | Motor cars and other motor vehicles principally designed for the transport of persons (other than those of heading 8702), including station wagons and racing cars | 14 subheadings | Browse Heading 8703 → |
| Heading 8704 | Motor vehicles for the transport of goods | 13 subheadings | Browse Heading 8704 → |
| 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) | 5 subheadings | Browse Heading 8705 → |
| Heading 8706 | Chassis fitted with engines, for the motor vehicles of headings 8701 to 8705 | 1 subheadings | Browse Heading 8706 → |
| Heading 8707 | Bodies (including cabs), for the motor vehicles of headings 8701 to 8705 | 2 subheadings | Browse Heading 8707 → |
| Heading 8708 | Parts and accessories of the motor vehicles of headings 8701 to 8705 | 15 subheadings | Browse Heading 8708 → |
| Heading 8709 | Works trucks, self-propelled, not fitted with lifting or handling equipment, of the type used in factories, warehouses, dock areas or airports for short distance transport of goods; tractors of the type used on railway station platforms; parts of the foregoing vehicles | 3 subheadings | Browse Heading 8709 → |
| Heading 8710 | Tanks and other armored fighting vehicles, motorized, whether or not fitted with weapons, and parts of such vehicles | 1 subheadings | Browse Heading 8710 → |
| Heading 8711 | Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles fitted with an auxiliary motor, with or without side-cars; side-cars | 7 subheadings | Browse Heading 8711 → |
| Heading 8712 | Bicycles and other cycles (including delivery tricycles), not motorized | 1 subheadings | Browse Heading 8712 → |
| Heading 8713 | Carriages for disabled persons, whether or not motorized or otherwise mechanically propelled | 2 subheadings | Browse Heading 8713 → |
| Heading 8714 | Parts and accessories of vehicles of headings 8711 to 8713 | 9 subheadings | Browse Heading 8714 → |
| Heading 8715 | Baby carriages (including strollers) and parts thereof | 1 subheadings | Browse Heading 8715 → |
| Heading 8716 | Trailers and semi-trailers; other vehicles, not mechanically propelled; and parts thereof | 7 subheadings | Browse Heading 8716 → |
Chapter 87 Subheading Sample & MFN Duty Rates
| HS Code | Subheading Description | Heading | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8701.10 | Single axle tractors | 8701 | View 8701.10 → |
| 8701.21 | Road tractors for semi-trailers, With only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel) | 8701 | View 8701.21 → |
| 8701.22 | Road tractors for semi-trailers, With both compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel) and electric motor as motors for propulsion | 8701 | View 8701.22 → |
| 8701.23 | Road tractors for semi-trailers, With both spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine and electric motor as motors for propulsion | 8701 | View 8701.23 → |
| 8701.24 | Road tractors for semi-trailers, With only electric motor for propulsion | 8701 | View 8701.24 → |
| 8701.29 | Road tractors for semi-trailers, Other | 8701 | View 8701.29 → |
| 8701.30 | Track-laying tractors | 8701 | View 8701.30 → |
| 8701.91 | Other, of an engine power, Not exceeding 18 kW | 8701 | View 8701.91 → |
| 8701.92 | Other, of an engine power, Exceeding 18 kW but not exceeding 37 kW | 8701 | View 8701.92 → |
| 8701.93 | Other, of an engine power, Exceeding 37 kW but not exceeding 75 kW | 8701 | View 8701.93 → |
| 8701.94 | Other, of an engine power, Exceeding 75 kW but not exceeding 130 kW | 8701 | View 8701.94 → |
| 8701.95 | Other, of an engine power, Exceeding 130 kW | 8701 | View 8701.95 → |
| 8702.10 | Motor vehicles for the transport of ten or more persons, including the driver, With only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel) | 8702 | View 8702.10 → |
| 8702.20 | With both compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel) and electric motor as motors for propulsion | 8702 | View 8702.20 → |
| 8702.30 | With both spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine and electric motor as motors for propulsion | 8702 | View 8702.30 → |
EXPERT CLASSIFICATION PRO TIPS
Common Pitfalls When Classifying Chapter 87 Goods
- Always review WCO Section and Chapter Legal Notes before assigning 4-digit headings.
- Distinguish carefully between unprocessed raw materials and further prepared or processed articles.
- Verify Partner Government Agency (PGA) flags for agriculture, food, or chemical items.
- Cross-reference official CBP CROSS rulings for binding precedents on mixed or composite goods.
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
USITC HTS Chapter 87 Tariff ↗
United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
CBP CROSS Rulings ↗
Customs Rulings Online Search System for Chapter 87 binding classification precedents.
WCO HS Nomenclature ↗
World Customs Organization international 6-digit Harmonized System backbone standard.
U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗
U.S. Census Bureau trade statistics and Schedule B concordance portal.
Chapter 87 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What commodities are covered under HS Chapter 87?
Chapter 87 (Vehicles Other Than Railway Rolling Stock) covers WCO Harmonized System 4-digit headings from 8701 upward, encompassing primary goods, raw materials, and manufactured articles within this nomenclature section.
How many 4-digit headings exist in HS Chapter 87?
Chapter 87 contains 16 official 4-digit WCO headings and 98 6-digit tariff subheadings.
What is the US general import duty range for Chapter 87 commodities?
Base customs duties under Chapter 87 range from 0.0% (Duty-Free) up to representative MFN rate limits depending on 10-digit HTS statistical suffix extensions.
Do Section 301 China tariffs apply to Chapter 87 imports?
Section 301 tariffs depend on specific 8-digit HTS subheadings. Importers must verify if their exact HTS code appears on USTR Lists 1 through 4A.
Are Partner Government Agency (PGA) permits required for Chapter 87?
PGA message-set flags (such as FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA, or CITES) apply conditionally depending on the commodity classification within Chapter 87.
How are products classified between adjacent headings in Chapter 87?
Classification follows WCO General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 through 6, prioritizing specific heading terms over general descriptions.
Can Chapter 87 goods enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?
Yes. Eligible goods originating in USMCA member states (US, Mexico, Canada) or FTA partners enter duty-free under SPI code P, KR, AU, or CL with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Chapter 87 shipments?
Eligible commercial shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day may enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.
What documents are required for formal entry of Chapter 87 goods?
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading/Air Waybill, and entry summary CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.
How can an importer obtain a binding CBP ruling for Chapter 87?
Importers may submit an e-Ruling application under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division.