HS Code 8706
Chassis Fitted with Engines
HS code 8706 covers motor vehicle chassis fitted with engines, being the fundamental mechanical base for vehicles in headings 8701 to 8705.
HS Code 8706 — Chassis Fitted with Engines
This code is for the structural frame of a motor vehicle (chassis) that has been fitted with an engine, transmission, and steering gear but lacks the bodywork. It is essentially the 'rolling chassis' used in vehicle manufacturing.
What's included
- Rolling chassis for buses
- Truck chassis with engine
- Car chassis with transmission and engine
- Chassis for special purpose vehicles
What's excluded
- Chassis without engines → use
8708(Chassis frames without the engine unit are classified as parts under 8708.) - Complete vehicles → use
8703(If the body/cab is attached, it is a complete vehicle.)
Common examples
- Scania bus chassis with engine
- Isuzu N-Series rolling chassis
- Ford F-53 Motorhome chassis
- Tata truck chassis for local body building
Frequently asked questions
Does 8706 include the cab?
No, if a cab is fitted, the item is generally classified under the vehicle's functional heading (e.g., 8704) or as a chassis-cab.
Why import just a chassis?
Common in the bus industry where the chassis is made by one OEM and the body by a local specialist.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 5% - 15%
- Documentation: Must clearly state the engine number and chassis/VIN for each unit.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: Japan, Sweden, Brazil, Germany, India
- Top importers: Thailand, Mexico, South Africa, Indonesia, Colombia
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Key takeaway
A chassis must have an engine to be 8706; without an engine, it is a part (8708).
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