HS Code 8707
Motor Vehicle Bodies and Cabs
HS code 8707 covers motor vehicle bodies and cabs designed for passenger cars, buses, and goods vehicles of headings 8701 to 8705.
HS Code 8707 — Motor Vehicle Bodies and Cabs
This code applies to the external structure or 'shell' of motor vehicles, including driver cabs for trucks. It covers bodies for passenger cars, buses, and commercial lorries that are imported separately from the chassis.
What's included
- Car bodies (shells)
- Truck driver cabs
- Bus bodywork
- Armor-plated bodies for security vehicles
What's excluded
- Individual body panels (fenders, doors) → use
8708(Individual parts of a body are classified under 8708, not 8707.) - Bodies for tractors of 8709 → use
8709(Parts and bodies for factory trucks remain under their primary heading.)
Common examples
- Volvo FH replacement truck cab
- Unpainted steel car body shell
- Hand-built luxury coach body
- Custom carbon fibre car bodies
Frequently asked questions
What is 'Body in White'?
It refers to a car body shell before painting or installation of the powertrain, which is classified under 8707.
Can I import a cab and chassis together under this code?
No, if combined, it usually becomes a complete vehicle or a chassis-cab under 8702-8705.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 3% - 10%
- Documentation: State whether the body is complete or incomplete (e.g., with or without glass/interior).
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: Germany, Sweden, United States, Japan, China
- Top importers: United Kingdom, Belgium, Mexico, Canada, Spain
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Key takeaway
Covers the entire structure/shell or full driver cab, not individual panels or components.
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