Box Van Semi-Trailer

A semi-trailer with a rigid box-like enclosed structure for hauling palletized freight, typically 53 feet long with swing doors. Falls under HTS 8716.39.0040 for van-type semi-trailers used in goods transport, emphasizing full enclosure.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8716.39.00Same rate: 35%

If flatbed or lowboy configuration

Non-enclosed trailers for heavy equipment use different statistical breakout within 8716.39.

8716.90.50Higher: 53.1% vs 35%

If imported as trailer chassis only

Bare chassis or running gear without body classify as parts under 8716.90.

8708Lower: 12.5% vs 35%

If for commercial vehicle van bodies

If designed for truck mounting rather than trailer use, shifts to Chapter 87 parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include axle configuration and kingpin specs in entry docs; ensure tandem or tri-axle compliance

Label as 'semi-trailer' explicitly to distinguish from full trailers under same heading