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Dump Truck Steel Tipper Body

Heavy-duty steel tipper body for dump trucks (8704), with hydraulic lift points and reinforced tailgate. HTS 8707.90.50.90 covers such bodies for other vehicles in 8701-8705. Excludes hydraulic cylinders, classified separately.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4%+50.0%54%
🇲🇽Mexico4%+25.0%29%
🇨🇦Canada4%+25.0%29%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+15.0%15%
🇯🇵JapanFree+15.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8431.49.90Lower: 50% vs 54%

If includes integrated hydraulic tipping mechanism

Machinery parts for material handling take precedence over vehicle body classification.

8708.99.81Lower: 52.5% vs 54%

If for safety rails or ladders as add-on accessories

Separate fittings are vehicle parts under 8708, not structural bodies.

7309.00.00Higher: 75% vs 54%

If imported as tank sections adaptable for multiple uses

Reservoirs/tanks not vehicle-specific classify under Chapter 73.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Certify structural load capacity (e.g

• 20-ton rating) with test reports for customs valuation

• Avoid classifying with chassis; ship separately to maintain body-only status

• Steel import quotas may apply—track HTS steel content via mill test certificates