8704.32.01.50 - G.V.W. exceeding 20 metric tons

This HTS classification, 8704.32.01.50, specifically designates motor vehicles designed for the transport of goods, which are powered by a spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine. Crucially, these vehicles must have a Gross Vehicle Weight (G.V.W.) that exceeds 20 metric tons. This category encompasses heavy-duty trucks and other commercial vehicles engineered for substantial hauling capacities, characterized by their robust construction and powerful engines to manage significant payloads.

This particular subcategory is distinguished from its sibling categories by its upper limit on G.V.W. Unlike categories 8704.32.01.10 through 8704.32.01.40, which cover vehicles with lower G.V.W. thresholds (up to 20 metric tons), this code applies exclusively to vehicles that surpass the 20 metric ton mark. This distinction is vital for customs purposes, as it reflects the substantial operational capacity and often more specialized engineering of these larger transport vehicles.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification under 8704.32.01.50 is final for vehicles meeting the specified criteria: being a motor vehicle for the transport of goods, powered by a spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine, and possessing a G.V.W. exceeding 20 metric tons. Examples would include large semi-trailer tractors, heavy dump trucks, and other specialized commercial vehicles designed for the transportation of bulk materials or heavy equipment where the combined weight of the vehicle and its load significantly exceeds 20,000 kilograms.