Heading 8716

Trailers and semi-trailers; other vehicles, not mechanically propelled; and parts thereof

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Heading 8716 covers trailers and semi-trailers, other vehicles that are not mechanically propelled, and parts of those vehicles. It splits first by vehicle type: housing and camping trailers (by length), self-loading agricultural trailers, goods trailers (tanker versus other, then by use or body type), and a residual other-vehicles group. Parts are split into farm wagon parts, castors, and other parts such as axles and wheels.

Products in this heading

Travel trailer less than 10.6 m in length
Large camping trailer 10.6 m or more in length
Self-unloading agricultural trailer
Tanker semi-trailer for liquids
Van type enclosed cargo trailer
Flatbed platform utility trailer
Industrial hand truck
Portable luggage cart

How to choose the right subheading

Decide whether the item is a towed or non-self-propelled vehicle or a part; self-propelled vehicles belong in other headings.
For housing or camping trailers, use the overall length: less than 10.6 m or 10.6 m or more.
For goods trailers, first check tanker versus other, then the intended use or body type (agricultural, use with heading 8709 vehicles, use with heading 8703 vehicles, van, platform, other).
For other vehicles, separate farm wagons and carts from hand trucks, luggage carts and other items.
For parts, separate farm wagon parts, castors other than those of heading 8302, and other parts, then identify axles, wheels, wheels with tires, or other.

Often confused with

Motorhome or recreational vehicle with its own engine
Self-propelled vehicles designed to carry persons go in 8703, not 8716.
Heading 8703
Box truck or cargo van used for goods delivery
Motor vehicles for the transport of goods are classified in 8704.
Heading 8704
Wheelchair or mobility carriage
Carriages for disabled persons have their own heading.
Heading 8713
Base metal castors and similar fittings
Castors of base metal are provided for in 8302; 8716.90.30.00 covers only castors other than those of 8302.
Heading 8302
Self-propelled works truck for warehouses
Self-propelled works trucks are classified in 8709, while trailers made to be used with them stay in 8716.
Heading 8709

Frequently asked questions

What is the HTS code for a travel trailer under 10.6 m?

Camping and housing trailers less than 10.6 m in length are classified under 8716.10.00.30. The general (MFN) rate for that line is Free.

What is the duty on industrial hand trucks?

Industrial hand trucks fall under 8716.80.50.10. The general (MFN) rate is 3.2%.

How do I classify trailer axles?

Axles and parts thereof that are not farm wagon parts are classified under 8716.90.50.10. The general (MFN) rate for that line is 3.1%. Castors other than those of heading 8302 instead fall under 8716.90.30.00 at a general (MFN) rate of 5.7%.

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.