Works trucks, self-propelled, (not fitted with lifting or handling equipment), for factories, warehouses etc, for short distance transport of goods, tractors used on railway station platforms; parts thereof

HS v2022 Code: 8709

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
87	09	n/a

Code	8709
Version	HS v2022
Hierarchy Level	4
Datasource	WCO
Chapter	87

Ancestor Codes: Vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof

This Code: Works trucks, self-propelled, (not fitted with lifting or handling equipment), for factories, warehouses etc, for short distance transport of goods, tractors used on railway station platforms; parts thereof

Child Codes: Vehicles; (not electrical), self-propelled, without handling equipment, used for short distance transport of goods in factories, airports and such, and tractors of the type used on railway station platforms; Vehicles; electrical, self-propelled, (not fitted with lifting or handling equipment), of the type used for short distance transport of goods in factories, warehouses, dock areas or airports; Vehicles; parts of the vehicles of heading no. 8709

Sibling Codes (Nearest 5): Chassis; fitted with engines, for the motor vehicles of heading no. 8701 to 8705; Bodies; (including cabs) for the motor vehicles of heading no. 8701 to 8705; Motor vehicles; parts and accessories, of heading no. 8701 to 8705; Tanks and other armoured fighting vehicles; motorised, whether or not fitted with weapons, and parts of such vehicles; Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles; fitted with an auxiliary motor, with or without side-cars; side-cars

About works trucks, self-propelled, (not fitted with lifting or handling equipment), for factories, warehouses etc, for short distance transport of goods, tractors used on railway station platforms; parts thereof

HS code 8709 covers a range of self-propelled works trucks and tractors used for short-distance transport of goods in industrial and commercial settings. These versatile vehicles play a crucial role in the efficient movement and handling of materials within factories, warehouses, and other logistics hubs. As a key component of modern supply chain operations, the products under this code contribute significantly to the overall productivity and competitiveness of various industries.

Production process

Works trucks and tractors classified under HS code 8709 are typically manufactured using a combination of metalworking techniques, such as stamping, welding, and assembly. The production process often involves the fabrication of the vehicle frame, the installation of the power source (usually an internal combustion engine or an electric motor), and the integration of various control systems and safety features. Specialized components, such as wheels, brakes, and steering mechanisms, are also carefully engineered and assembled to ensure the vehicles' maneuverability and reliability.

Production inputs

The production of works trucks and tractors under HS code 8709 requires a range of raw materials, including steel, aluminum, and various plastics and rubbers for the body, chassis, and other components. Additionally, the industry relies on a variety of mechanical and electrical parts, such as engines, transmissions, batteries, and electronic control units. Specialized manufacturing equipment, including welding machines, assembly lines, and testing facilities, are also essential inputs for this industry.

Production outputs

The primary output of the industry covered by HS code 8709 is the production of self-propelled works trucks and tractors used for short-distance transport and material handling in industrial and commercial settings. These vehicles are often used in conjunction with other material handling equipment, such as 8428 Lifting, handling, loading or unloading machinery, to optimize the flow of goods within warehouses, factories, and logistics hubs. The output of this industry may also be consumed by various other industries, including 8701 (Tractors (other than tractors of heading 8709)), 8427 Fork-lift trucks; other works trucks fitted with lifting or handling equipment, and 8716 Trailers and semi-trailers; other vehicles, not mechanically propelled; parts thereof.

Family tree for works trucks, self-propelled, (not fitted with lifting or handling equipment), for factories, warehouses etc, for short distance transport of goods, tractors used on railway station platforms; parts thereof

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/87'>87: Vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8709'>8709: Works trucks, self-propelled, (not fitted with lifting or handling equipment), for factories, warehouses etc, for short distance transport of goods, tractors used on railway station platforms; parts thereof</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8701'>8701: Tractors; (other than tractors of heading no 8709)</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8702'>8702: Vehicles; public transport passenger type</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8703'>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>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8704'>8704: Vehicles; for the transport of goods</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8705'>8705: Special purpose motor vehicles; not those for the transport of persons or goods (e.g. breakdown lorries, road sweeper lorries, spraying lorries, mobile workshops, mobile radiological units etc)</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8706'>8706: Chassis; fitted with engines, for the motor vehicles of heading no. 8701 to 8705</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8707'>8707: Bodies; (including cabs) for the motor vehicles of heading no. 8701 to 8705</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8708'>8708: Motor vehicles; parts and accessories, of heading no. 8701 to 8705</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8710'>8710: Tanks and other armoured fighting vehicles; motorised, whether or not fitted with weapons, and parts of such vehicles</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8711'>8711: Motorcycles (including mopeds) and cycles; fitted with an auxiliary motor, with or without side-cars; side-cars</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8712'>8712: Bicycles and other cycles; including delivery tricycles, not motorised</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8713'>8713: Carriages for disabled persons; whether or not motorised or otherwise mechanically propelled</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8714'>8714: Vehicles; parts and accessories of heading no. 8711 to 8713</a>"]
A --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8715'>8715: Baby carriages and parts thereof</a>"]
A --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8716'>8716: Trailers and semi-trailers; other vehicles, not mechanically propelled; parts thereof</a>"]

    B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/870911'>870911: Vehicles; electrical, self-propelled, (not fitted with lifting or handling equipment), of the type used for short distance transport of goods in factories, warehouses, dock areas or airports</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/870919'>870919: Vehicles; (not electrical), self-propelled, without handling equipment, used for short distance transport of goods in factories, airports and such, and tractors of the type used on railway station platforms</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/870990'>870990: Vehicles; parts of the vehicles of heading no. 8709</a>"]


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