HS Code 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

Q: Is HS code 8703 the same in every country?

Yes — HS code 8703 is part of the WCO Harmonized System and is the same in every WCO member country at the 6-digit level. Beyond 6 digits, each country extends the code under its own system (e.g. HTSUS in the US, CN/TARIC in the EU, HSK in Korea, CCCHS in China) for national tariff rates and trade statistics. To see how a specific country classifies this code, select a country.

Q: Which WCO edition does HS code 8703 belong to, and has it been reclassified?

The Harmonized System is maintained by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and revised approximately every five years. The current edition is HS 2022, which replaced HS 2017 on 1 January 2022. Codes are added, merged, or split between editions to reflect new products and trade patterns, so a code valid in one edition may not exist or may mean something different in another.

Q: How do I find the correct country-specific version of HS code 8703?

Beyond the international 6-digit level, each country adds its own digits — the US extends to 10 digits (HTSUS), the EU to 8 or 10 (CN/TARIC), China to 13 (CCCHS), Korea to 10 (HSK), Japan to 9, and so on. To find the full code used by a specific country, select a country in TradeInt's HS Code Tool and search for 8703.

What is HS Code 8703

HS Code 8703 covers 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. It is a 4-digit heading within Chapter 87 (Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock, and parts and accessories thereof), Section XVII. Its 6-digit subheadings are identical in every HS-adopting country; from the 7th digit onward, each country extends the code for its own tariff and statistics.

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What does HS Code 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 Cover?

Section XVII

Chapters (86-89) Vehicles, aircraft, vessels and associated transport equipment

Chapter 87

Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock, and parts and accessories thereof

HS Code 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

HS Code 870310

Vehicles; specially designed for travelling on snow, golf cars and similar vehicles

HS Code 870323

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

HS Code 870324

Vehicles; with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 3000cc

HS Code 870332

Vehicles; with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 2500cc

HS Code 870333

Vehicles; with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 2500cc

HS Code 870321

Vehicles; with only spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc

HS Code 870322

Vehicles; with only spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1000 but not over 1500cc

HS Code 870331

Vehicles; with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity not over 1500cc

HS Code 870340

Vehicles; with both spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine and electric motor for propulsion, incapable of being charged by plugging to external source of electric power

HS Code 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

HS Code 870360

Vehicles; with both spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine and electric motor for propulsion, capable of being charged by plugging to external source of electric power

HS Code 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

HS Code 870380

Vehicles; with only electric motor for propulsion

HS Code 870390

Vehicles; for transport of persons (other than those of heading no. 8702) n.e.c. in heading no. 8703

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What HS Codes for Vehicles Do Not Cover

Chapter 87 covers road vehicles, tractors, trailers, motorcycles, bicycles, and parts. Goods frequently misclassified here but that belong elsewhere include:

Toy vehicles and models

Chapter 95

Aircraft and watercraft

Chapters 88, 89

Vehicle batteries (separately presented)

Chapter 85

Tracked construction and military vehicles

may shift to Chapter 84 or 93

This list highlights common classification errors only — it is not exhaustive. For binding classification, work with a licensed customs broker or qualified trade compliance professional.

Related HS Codes under Passenger Cars HS 8703

HS Code 870310

Vehicles; specially designed for travelling on snow, golf cars and similar vehicles

HS Code 870321

Vehicles; with only spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine, cylinder capacity not over 1000cc

HS Code 870322

Vehicles; with only spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine, cylinder capacity over 1000 but not over 1500cc

HS Code 870323

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

HS Code 870324

Vehicles; with only spark-ignition internal combustion reciprocating piston engine, cylinder capacity over 3000cc

HS Code 870331

Vehicles; with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity not over 1500cc

HS Code 870332

Vehicles; with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 1500 but not over 2500cc

HS Code 870333

Vehicles; with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), cylinder capacity over 2500cc

HS Code 870340

Vehicles; with both spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine and electric motor for propulsion, incapable of being charged by plugging to external source of electric power

HS Code 870350

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 8703?

HS code 8703 covers 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 heading within Chapter 87 (Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock, and parts and accessories thereof) of the WCO Harmonized System. Headings sit between the broad chapter level and the more specific 6-digit subheading level.

Is HS code 8703 the same in every country?

Which WCO edition does HS code 8703 belong to, and has it been reclassified?

How do I find the correct country-specific version of HS code 8703?