8716.80.50 - Other
Sub-classifications
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8716 8050 10
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8716 8050 20
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8716 8050 90
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Overview
This category, HTS Code 8716.80.50, encompasses a broad range of non-mechanically propelled vehicles that do not fit into more specific descriptions within heading 8716. It serves as a residual category for vehicles characterized by their function or construction, which are not otherwise classified. The defining characteristic is the absence of a self-contained motor or engine for propulsion, relying instead on manual force, towing, or attachment to another vehicle.
Distinguishing this category from its sibling, 8716.80.10.00 (Farm wagons and carts), is crucial. While farm wagons and carts are specifically designed for agricultural use, often featuring robust construction and features for transporting crops or livestock, the "Other" category applies to a wider array of non-motorized transport devices. Examples could include utility carts, maintenance vehicles, or specialized trailers not intended for farming operations.
Within this "Other vehicles" classification, further subdivisions exist to refine classification. For instance, HTS Code 8716.80.50.10 specifically addresses industrial hand trucks, a common type of hand-propelled cart used in warehouses and factories for moving goods. The subsequent subcategory, "Other," is intended for vehicles that do not meet the specific criteria of industrial hand trucks but still fall under the general scope of non-mechanically propelled vehicles within this heading.