Steel Truck Box Body

A pre-fabricated steel box body designed for mounting on heavy-duty trucks of headings 8704, used for cargo transport. It falls under HTS 8707.90.50.90 as a body (including cab) for other motor vehicles not specified elsewhere in 8701-8705. Excludes engines or chassis, focusing solely on the structural body.

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.

8708.29Lower: 27.5% vs 54%

If supplied as a replacement part rather than original equipment body

Parts and accessories for motor vehicles fall under 8708 if not integral bodies for assembly.

7308.90Lower: 10% vs 54%

If imported in unfinished sheet form for custom body fabrication

Unassembled metal structures may classify under iron/steel structures instead of vehicle-specific bodies.

8704.23.01.00Lower: 50% vs 54%

If imported mounted on a chassis as a semi-complete truck

Bodies fitted to chassis shift to complete truck classifications in 8704.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify compatibility with specific truck models via VIN or chassis specs to ensure correct HTS classification

Include engineering drawings and material certifications to prove it's a body, not a complete vehicle or part

Watch for anti-dumping duties on steel imports; declare exact alloy composition accurately