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
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Heading 8709 covers self-propelled works trucks used for short-distance transport of goods in factories, warehouses, dock areas, airports, and similar sites, plus tractors used on railway station platforms. It is split first between electrical and other vehicles, then by operator riding or other, with a separate line for parts.
Products in this heading
- Electric operator-riding warehouse tow tractor
- Electric walk-behind tow tractor
- Diesel factory tow tractor
- Airport baggage tow tractor
- Railway station platform tractor
- Replacement road wheels for a works truck
- Wheel and tire assemblies for a works truck
How to choose the right subheading
- Confirm the vehicle is self-propelled and is not fitted with lifting or handling equipment.
- Determine the power source: electrical vehicles go in 8709.11, other vehicles go in 8709.19.
- For vehicles, decide whether the operator rides the vehicle or not.
- For parts, decide whether the item is a road wheel, a wheel and tire assembly, or another part.
- Confirm the use is short-distance goods transport in factories, warehouses, dock areas, airports, or railway station platforms.
Often confused with
- Heading 8427Forklift trucks and other self-propelled trucks fitted with lifting or handling equipment
Lifting or handling equipment takes them out of heading 8709.
- Heading 8701Farm and agricultural tractors
Heading 8701 covers tractors other than those of heading 8709.
- Heading 8703Golf carts and passenger utility carts
Designed mainly to transport persons, not goods.
- Heading 8708Highway truck parts and accessories
Parts for motor vehicles of headings 8701 to 8705 are classified there, not as 8709 parts.
- Heading 8716Trailers and non-motorized carts
Not self-propelled, so they are not works trucks of heading 8709.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HTS code for an electric operator-riding warehouse tow tractor?
Classify it under 8709.11.00.30, vehicles, electrical, operator riding. The general (MFN) rate is Free.
What is the duty on an electric walk-behind works truck?
If it is electrical and not operator riding, use 8709.11.00.60. The general (MFN) rate is Free.
How do I classify replacement road wheels for a works truck?
Replacement road wheels for the vehicles of heading 8709 go under 8709.90.00.10. The general (MFN) rate is Free.
Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.