Vehicles; with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc

HS v2017 Code: 870323

About vehicles; with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc

hs code 870323 covers a significant segment of the global automotive industry, encompassing vehicles with spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engines ranging in cylinder capacity from over 1500cc to 3000cc. This category includes a wide variety of passenger cars, SUVs, and light commercial vehicles that are essential for personal transportation, logistics, and economic development across both developed and emerging markets.

Production process

The production of vehicles under hs code 870323 involves a complex and highly automated manufacturing process. Key steps include stamping and forming of body panels, engine and transmission assembly, paint application, and final vehicle assembly. Manufacturers utilize advanced robotics, computer-aided design (CAD), and just-in-time inventory management to ensure efficient and high-quality production.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of vehicles under hs code 870323 include steel, aluminum, and other metal alloys for the body and chassis, as well as specialized components such as engines, transmissions, electronics, and interior furnishings. Manufacturers also rely on a vast network of suppliers and logistics providers to source these materials and parts in a timely and cost-effective manner.

Production outputs

Vehicles produced under hs code 870323 are primarily consumed by 870321 Vehicles; with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not exceeding 1500cc and 870322 Vehicles; with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500cc but not over 3000cc for personal and commercial transportation needs. Additionally, these vehicles may be exported to other countries or used in various industries, such as 870324 Vehicles; with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 3000cc and 870390 Vehicles; n.e.c. in heading no. 8703, depending on their specific features and end-user requirements.

Revisions to 870323

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 870323. The most recent 1 version of this code (870323) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 870323 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for vehicles; with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/87'>87: Vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8703'>8703: Motor cars and other motor vehicles; principally designed for the transport of persons (other than those of heading no. 8702), including station wagons and racing cars</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/870323'>870323: Vehicles; with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 3000cc</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/870310'>870310: Vehicles; specially designed for travelling on snow, golf cars and similar vehicles</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/870321'>870321: Vehicles; with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/870322'>870322: Vehicles; with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1000 but not over 1500cc</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/870324'>870324: Vehicles; with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 3000cc</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/870331'>870331: Vehicles; with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity not over 1500cc</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/870332'>870332: Vehicles; with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 2500cc</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/870333'>870333: Vehicles; with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 2500cc</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/870340'>870340: Vehicles; with both spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine and electric motor for propulsion, incapable of being charged by plugging to external source of electric power</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/870350'>870350: Vehicles; with both compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel) and electric motor for propulsion, incapable of being charged by plugging to external source of electric power</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/870360'>870360: Vehicles; with both spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine and electric motor for propulsion, capable of being charged by plugging to external source of electric power</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/870370'>870370: Vehicles; with both compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel) and electric motor for propulsion, capable of being charged by plugging to external source of electric power</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/870380'>870380: Vehicles; with only electric motor for propulsion</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/870390'>870390: Vehicles; for transport of persons (other than those of heading no. 8702) n.e.c. in heading no. 8703</a>"]

    

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