8704.32.01.10 - G.V.W. exceeding 5 metric tons but not exceeding 9 metric tons

This HTS category, 8704.32.01.10, specifically classifies motor vehicles designed for the transport of goods, which are equipped with a spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine. The defining characteristic for inclusion in this category is the Gross Vehicle Weight (G.V.W.) of the vehicle, which must exceed 5 metric tons but not exceed 9 metric tons. These vehicles are typically used for commercial hauling and freight transport where their weight capacity falls within this defined range.

This classification is distinct from its sibling categories by its precise G.V.W. range. For instance, 8704.32.01.20 covers vehicles with a G.V.W. exceeding 9 metric tons, placing heavier-duty trucks in that separate category. Conversely, lighter vehicles with a G.V.W. not exceeding 5 metric tons would fall under different HTS headings. Therefore, accurate determination of the vehicle's G.V.W. is crucial for correct classification.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS database, there are no further subdivisions under this specific code. Classification concludes at this level based on the vehicle's engine type (spark-ignition internal combustion) and its G.V.W. falling within the 5 to 9 metric ton range. Importers and exporters should ensure all relevant documentation accurately reflects the vehicle's G.V.W. to ensure compliance.