Harmonized System Codes • Schedule B • Harmonized Commodity Description

HS Code 87042250

The HS Code 87042250 refers to motor vehicles used for the transportation of goods, excluding cab chassis. These vehicles are equipped with a compression-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine and have a gross vehicle weight (G.V.W.) of over 5 metric tons but not exceeding 20 metric tons.

Product Description

The product description of the HS Code 87042250 includes motor vehicles specifically designed for transporting goods. These vehicles are different from cab chassis types and are powered by a compression-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine. Their gross vehicle weight ranges from over 5 metric tons to a maximum of 20 metric tons.

Bound / MFN Duty Rate

The bound / MFN duty rate for the HS Code 87042250 is 25%. This means that whenever a country lowers a trade barrier or opens up a market, it must apply the same duty rate of 25% to the importation of similar goods or services from all its trading partners.

Quantity Unit

The quantity unit for the HS Code 87042250 is measured in numbers (NO), indicating the count of individual motor vehicles.

Special Tariff Preference Programs

The HS Code 87042250 is eligible for various special tariff preference programs. These programs provide different duty rates or exemptions based on the country of origin or specific trade agreements. The following are the special tariff preference programs applicable to this HS Code:

• Free: Imports from least-developed beneficiary developing countries eligible for Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) under this subheading receive duty-free treatment.
• Australia Special Rate: Automotive Products Trade Act (APTA) grants duty-free treatment to imports from Australia.
• Bahrain Special Rate: Imports from Bahrain receive duty-free treatment.
• NAFTA for Canada: Imports from Canada receive duty-free treatment under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
• Chile Special Rate: Imports from Chile receive duty-free treatment.
• Africa Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA): Imports from eligible countries under AGOA receive duty-free treatment.
• Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI): Imports from eligible countries under CBI receive duty-free treatment.
• Israel Special Rate: Imports from Israel receive duty-free treatment.
• Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA): Imports from eligible countries under ATPA receive duty-free treatment.
• Jordan Special Rate: Imports from Jordan receive duty-free treatment.
• Morocco Special Rate: Imports from Morocco receive duty-free treatment.
• NAFTA for Mexico: Imports from Mexico receive duty-free treatment under NAFTA.
• Oman Special Rate: Imports from Oman receive duty-free treatment.
• Dominican Republic-Central American Special Rate (DR-CAFTA): Imports from eligible countries under DR-CAFTA receive duty-free treatment.
• Peru Special Rate: Imports from Peru receive a duty rate of 7.5%.
• Singapore Special Rate: Imports from Singapore receive a duty rate of 7.5%.

Importing US States

The following US states are known to import motor vehicles classified under the HS Code 87042250:

• California
• Michigan
• Montana
• Utah
• Iowa
• Maryland
• South Dakota

Exporting US States

The following US states are known to export motor vehicles classified under the HS Code 87042250:

• District of Columbia
• Iowa
• Minnesota
• South Dakota
• Kentucky
• Delaware
• Indiana
• Michigan
• Mississippi
• Missouri
• Oregon

The HS Code 87042250 is important for understanding the classification and trade of motor vehicles used for the transportation of goods. It provides valuable information for importers, exporters, and customs authorities involved in the international trade of these specific vehicles. By knowing the HS Code, one can determine the applicable duty rates, special tariff programs, and the countries involved in the trade.