HTS Chapter 87 — Vehicles (not Railway) Tariff Rates (2026)

Encompasses motor vehicles, trucks, buses, motorcycles, bicycles, trailers, and vehicle parts and accessories for road transportation.

Rate Overview

2.5%

Avg MFN Rate

10%

Section 122

50%

Section 232

7.5-100%

Section 301 (China)

Key Headings in Chapter 87

HTS Code	Description	MFN Rate	Sec 232	Sec 301
8701	Tractors	Free	N/A	N/A
8702	Motor vehicles for 10+ persons	2%	N/A	25%
8703	Passenger motor vehicles	2.5%	N/A	25%
8704	Motor vehicles for goods transport (trucks)	25%	N/A	25%
8706	Chassis fitted with engines	4%	N/A	25%
8707	Bodies for motor vehicles	4%	N/A	25%
8708	Parts and accessories for motor vehicles	2.5%	N/A	25%
8711	Motorcycles and cycles with auxiliary motor	Free	N/A	25%
8712	Bicycles and other cycles without motor	11%	N/A	25%
8714	Parts and accessories for bicycles and motorcycles	Free	N/A	25%
8716	Trailers and semi-trailers	Free	N/A	25%
8705	Special purpose motor vehicles	Free	N/A	25%
8709	Works trucks (non-highway)	Free	N/A	25%
8713	Wheelchairs and mobility devices	Free	N/A	25%

Common Products

Passenger carsPickup trucksSUVsMotorcyclesBicyclesAuto partsTrailersElectric vehiclesTires (mounted)Buses

Chapter 87 of the HTS — Vehicles (not Railway) — is among the most tariff-impacted categories in US trade. Encompasses motor vehicles, trucks, buses, motorcycles, bicycles, trailers, and vehicle parts and accessories for road transportation. The average MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate for products in this chapter is 2.5%. Individual rates vary significantly within the chapter, ranging from duty-free to well above the average. In addition to MFN rates, all imports face the 10% Section 122 tariff (effective February 24, 2026, expiring approximately July 24, 2026). Products in this chapter are also subject to Section 232 tariffs of 50% on steel, aluminum, and related metals (doubled in June 2025). The UK pays a reduced rate of 25% under the Economic Prosperity Deal. Chinese imports in this chapter face additional Section 301 tariffs ranging from 7.5% to 100%, depending on the specific product classification. Common products in this chapter include Passenger cars, Pickup trucks, SUVs, Motorcycles, Bicycles, Auto parts, Trailers, Electric vehicles, Tires (mounted), Buses. Related HTS chapters include Chapter 40, Chapter 84, Chapter 85, Chapter 86, which cover similar or complementary product categories.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average tariff rate for HTS Chapter 87 (Vehicles (not Railway))?

The average MFN duty rate for vehicles (not railway) is 2.5%. All imports also face the 10% Section 122 tariff. Section 232 tariffs of 50% apply to steel and aluminum products. Chinese imports may face additional Section 301 tariffs.

What products are in HTS Chapter 87?

Chapter 87 covers vehicles (not railway), including Passenger cars, Pickup trucks, SUVs, Motorcycles, Bicycles. Related chapters include Chapter 40, Chapter 84, Chapter 85, Chapter 86.

Are vehicles (not railway) subject to Section 232 or Section 301 tariffs?

Yes, products in this chapter may be subject to Section 232 tariffs (50% on steel and aluminum, 25% for UK). Chinese imports in this chapter face Section 301 tariffs of 7.5-100%.