HS Code 8709
Factory and Warehouse Works Trucks
HS code 8709 covers self-propelled works trucks used for short-distance cargo handling in factories or rail platforms, excluding those with lifting gear.
HS Code 8709 — Factory and Warehouse Works Trucks
This code covers small, self-propelled vehicles used for internal transport in warehouses, factories, or shipyards. These trucks are not intended for use on public roads and are not fitted with lifting equipment like forks.
What's included
- Factory baggage carts
- Platform trucks
- Railway station tractors
- Internal site transport vehicles
What's excluded
- Forklift trucks → use
8427(Vehicles with lifting or handling mechanisms belong in 8427.) - Golf carts → use
8703(Golf carts and similar passenger vehicles are 8703.)
Common examples
- Electric platform truck for warehouse
- Airport baggage tug (non-lifting)
- Tow tractor for railway platforms
- Industrial flatbed carrier
Frequently asked questions
Can these be used on highways?
No, vehicles under 8709 are generally not road-legal and lack the safety/lighting equipment required for public transit.
Is a reach truck 8709?
No, if it has a mast for lifting, it is 8427.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 2% - 5%
- Documentation: Technical drawings confirming the absence of lifting gear help avoid misclassification as 8427.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: China, Germany, United States, Japan
- Top importers: United States, Germany, United Kingdom, France
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Key takeaway
Must be self-propelled, used for short distances, and have NO lifting or handling equipment.
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