8716.80.50.10 - Industrial hand trucks 🖩

This HTS category, 8716.80.50.10, specifically designates industrial hand trucks. These are vehicles not mechanically propelled, designed for the manual transport of goods within industrial settings such as warehouses, factories, and loading docks. Key characteristics typically include a frame, wheels, and a platform or forks for carrying loads, operated solely by human power.

While the broader category of "Other vehicles" (8716.80) encompasses a range of non-motorized transport equipment, this specific subheading zeroes in on the specialized design and function of industrial hand trucks, distinguishing them from general-purpose trolleys or carts. The "Other" designation at this level indicates that these hand trucks are not otherwise specified within the HTS system, making this the definitive classification for their type.

As a leaf node, this classification does not have further subdivisions. Therefore, the focus remains on accurately identifying goods that fit the definition of an industrial hand truck. Importers and exporters should consider the intended use, construction, and operational method when classifying goods under this subheading, ensuring they are not inadvertently assigned to categories for trailers, dollies, or other types of non-motorized transport.