Trailers and semi-trailers — HTS 8716
Trailers and semi-trailers; other vehicles, not mechanically propelled; and parts thereof
Chapter 87 › Heading 8716
2026 HTS Rev 19 Synced Rules verified Operational
Written to help non-specialists understand this page. Rates, dates, and legal facts come from the official records above and on the linked source.
HTS heading 8716 is a broad product category for vehicles that are not mechanically propelled. It generally includes trailers and semi-trailers, certain other non-powered vehicles, and parts specifically intended for those vehicles. A trailer is pulled or otherwise moved by a separate vehicle; it does not have its own motor for propulsion.
The 4-digit heading is only the starting point. To reach the correct 8-digit HTSUS subheading, follow the classification branches under heading 8716. Those branches may distinguish the product by vehicle type, intended use, construction or material, capacity, or whether it is a part rather than a complete vehicle. Read all relevant indents, notes, and product descriptions rather than choosing a code based only on a keyword.
What to check
- Identify whether the item is a complete trailer, semi-trailer, other non-powered vehicle, or a part.
- Record the product’s design and principal use, including its load function, dimensions or capacity, chassis, and whether it is road or non-road equipment.
- Check the heading’s 8-digit branches for distinctions based on type, material, construction, or use, and compare the full legal descriptions.
- For parts, confirm that the item is principally or solely suitable for a vehicle covered by heading 8716 and is not more specifically described elsewhere.
- Verify the current HTSUS text, section and chapter notes, and any applicable classification rulings; ask a customs broker or classification specialist when the facts are unclear.
HTS heading 8716 summary
Trailers and semi-trailers is a 4-digit product category containing 3 published product-code lines in this snapshot. A heading does not carry one universal duty rate; classification must be narrowed to the line matching the product facts.
How to find your code in this category
A heading is a product category. To get the exact duty, narrow from this 4-digit heading to a sub-category (usually by material), then open the 8-digit code that matches your product.
Open any code in the tables below to see its exact duty rate, a duty calculator (enter your shipment value → estimated duty and landed cost), the rate-change history chart, and the country-by-country breakdown (including Section 301/232 add-on duties).
Why you have to click in: a single category can contain products with very different duties. The rate depends on the specific product — its material and construction — and on the country of origin, and those only get pinned down at the 8-digit code level. That is why this page points you to codes instead of showing one rate for the whole category.
Sub-categories
| Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 8716.80 | Other vehicles |
| 8716.90 | Parts |
Product codes & duty rates
👇 Each row is a specific product code — click a blue code to open its full page with exact duty rates by country, the rate-history chart, and a duty calculator. 👉
| Code | Description | General (MFN) | Special | Column 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8716.10.00 👉 | Trailers and semi-trailers for housing or camping | Free | — | 45% |
| 8716.20.00.00 👉 | Self-loading or self-unloading trailers and semi-trailers for agricultural purposes | Free | — | 45% |
| 8716.40.00.00 👉 | Other trailers and semi-trailers | Free | — | 45% |
"Special" shows the free-trade-agreement rate; open a code to see exactly which countries qualify.
Common questions
What products fall under HTS heading 8716?
Trailers and semi-trailers; other vehicles, not mechanically propelled; and parts thereof. To classify a specific item you must pick the matching sub-category and 8-digit code above; the right choice usually depends on the material and construction of the product.
How do I choose the right code within this category?
Start from the sub-categories (typically divided by material—for example cotton versus man-made fibers), then open the active 8- or 10-digit code that matches the product. When unsure, a licensed customs broker or a CBP binding ruling can confirm the classification.
Reference information only, not customs, legal, or classification advice. Confirm the current code and rate against the official HTS before you import.