Chapter 87 covers various land motor vehicles other than railway vehicles, tractors, motorcycles, bicycles, wheelchairs and other non-motor vehicles, as well as their parts and accessories. The core of this chapter lies in 'motor' and 'land use', but the special feature of 8705 is that although its vehicles have motorized chassis, they are mainly used to achieve a certain non-transport function, such as lifting, drilling, firefighting, etc. Therefore, Chapter 87 includes not only passenger and freight vehicles, but also these special operation vehicles. Heading 8705 covers 'special purpose motor vehicles', including crane lorries, drilling vehicles, fire fighting vehicles, concrete-mixer lorries, street sweepers, spraying vehicles, mobile radio stations, mobile libraries, etc. The common features of these vehicles: they are equipped with an engine and a cab, but their main function is not to carry people or goods, but to complete specific operations through on-board equipment. The key difference between 8705 and 8704 (goods vehicles) lies in whether the vehicle's main purpose is transporting goods. 870510 is a six-digit subheading code. The first two digits '87' represent Chapter 87 (Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The 3rd-4th digits '05' represent heading 8705 (Special purpose motor vehicles). The 5th-6th digits '10' represent subheading 870510, namely 'Mobile cranes' (also known as truck cranes, cranes). This subheading can be further subdivided into mobile cranes not elsewhere specified, but the six-digit level already clarifies the scope of goods. Overall coding logic: chapter → heading → subheading, progressively limiting product characteristics. Mobile cranes are classified under 870510, rather than 8704 (goods vehicles) or 8426 (cranes). Because their chassis is a motor vehicle, and the crane is the core function, which conforms to the definition of 8705 'special purpose motor vehicles'. 8426 covers fixed or non-self-propelled cranes, such as tower cranes, crawler cranes (some crawler cranes may be classified under 8426 or 8705 depending on whether the chassis is independently motorized). 870510 specifically refers to cranes equipped with wheeled or crawler chassis that can travel on their own.

Product Name: Declare the product name, which should be accurately described as 'mobile crane' or 'truck crane', avoiding colloquial terms such as 'crane truck'. Brand: Fill in the manufacturer or brand name, such as 'XCMG', 'SANY', 'Liebherr', etc. If there is no brand, fill in 'None'. Model: Fill in the specific specification and model, such as 'QY25K5', 'LTM 1100-5.2', etc., used to distinguish different lifting capacities. Total Weight: Fill in the total weight of the crane in complete working condition, in kilograms, affecting classification and transportation method. Maximum Lifting Capacity: Fill in the maximum rated lifting capacity of the crane under design working conditions, in tons or kilograms. Engine Displacement: Fill in the total engine cylinder displacement, in milliliters (cc) or liters (L), used to determine emission standards and classification. Engine Number: Fill in the engine factory serial number, used to uniquely identify the vehicle, and must be distinguished from the chassis number during customs declaration. Chassis Number: Fill in the vehicle chassis factory serial number (VIN), which is the unique vehicle identification code, usually 17 digits. Product Name: Mobile crane (truck crane) Brand: XCMG Model: QY25K5 Total Weight: 33000 kg Maximum Lifting Capacity: 25000 kg Engine Displacement: 9726 ml Engine Number: WD615.334 Chassis Number: LZGCB2M5XXXXXXXXX Remarks: Wheeled self-propelled, not crawler type, used for cargo lifting. Failure to distinguish mobile from fixed type, misreporting tower cranes as 870510. Confusion between total weight and maximum lifting capacity, leading to classification errors. Reversed entry of engine number and chassis number, affecting customs inspection. Ignoring brand and model, resulting in inability to match price and origin.

Core basis for classification: 1) Whether the vehicle is equipped with an independent motorized chassis and can travel on its own; 2) Whether the main function is lifting operations; 3) Whether it falls within the scope of 8705 'special purpose motor vehicles'. Mobile cranes usually adopt general or special chassis, equipped with a cab and lifting boom, conforming to the description of 8705. If the crane is fixedly installed on a vehicle but the vehicle's main function is transportation, it may be classified under 8704; if the crane is crawler type but has no independent travel function, it may be classified under 8426. 8704 Goods vehicles: 8704 is mainly used for transporting goods, and the crane is only auxiliary loading and unloading equipment; the crane of 870510 is the core function, and the vehicle design revolves around lifting operations. 8426 Cranes (non-self-propelled): 8426 covers fixed, tower, gantry and other non-self-propelled cranes, or cranes installed on vehicles but the vehicle cannot travel independently; 870510 is self-propelled mobile cranes. 870590 Other special purpose motor vehicles: 870590 covers other special vehicles other than mobile cranes, such as fire fighting vehicles, concrete pump trucks, etc. If the crane function is not dominant, it may be classified here. 8701 Tractors: 8701 is for traction or agricultural tractors. Although they can tow trailers, they have no lifting function and are completely different from mobile cranes. Can the vehicle travel on its own? Is the crane the main function of the vehicle? Is it equipped with a cab and lifting boom? Is the chassis wheeled or crawler type? Is it used for lifting goods rather than transportation?

Are mobile cranes and truck cranes the same in HS code? Yes, both are classified under 870510. Truck crane is a type of mobile crane, specifically referring to cranes mounted on truck chassis. HS code 870510 covers all self-propelled mobile cranes, including truck cranes, wheel cranes and crawler cranes (if self-propelled). How to inquire about the import tax rate for 870510? Tax rates vary by country, origin, trade agreements, etc. It is recommended to visit the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China or use the 'Customs Tariff' to inquire about the latest tax rates. You can also inquire about agreement tax rates through the 'China Free Trade Area Service Network'. Note that 870510 may involve import licenses or automatic import registration. What special documents are required when declaring mobile cranes? In addition to conventional invoices, packing lists, and bills of lading, the following are usually required: 1) Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and engine number; 2) Factory certificate of conformity; 3) Import license (if applicable); 4) Certificate of origin; 5) For used equipment, pre-shipment inspection certificate may be required. Specific requirements are subject to customs. Should crawler cranes be classified under 870510 or 8426? The key is whether they have self-propelled travel function. If the crawler crane has its own engine and cab and can travel independently, it is classified under 870510; if it is fixed or needs to be disassembled for transportation, it is classified under 8426. Some large crawler cranes, although they can move short distances, may still be classified under 8426 if they are designed to be disassembled for transportation. How to distinguish 870510 from 870590? 870510 specifically refers to mobile cranes, while 870590 is for other special purpose motor vehicles, such as fire fighting vehicles, concrete pump trucks, street sweepers, etc. If the vehicle's main function is lifting, it is classified under 870510; if the main function is other operations (such as pumping, firefighting), it is classified under 870590. What are the precautions for exporting mobile cranes to 'Belt and Road' countries? First, confirm whether the destination country's HS code is consistent with China's (the first six digits are the same in most countries). Second, understand the destination country's import tariffs, value-added tax and certification requirements (such as CE, GOST). Some countries require a certificate of origin to enjoy preferential tax rates. It is recommended to confirm customs clearance documents with the freight forwarder and the destination country customer in advance. What are the special requirements for import declaration of used mobile cranes? Imported used equipment usually requires pre-shipment inspection and an inspection certificate. Customs may conduct on-site inspection of the equipment to verify product name, model, year, value, etc. In addition, attention should be paid to environmental standards, such as whether engine emissions meet standards. Some used equipment may be prohibited from import. It is recommended to consult a professional customs broker in advance. How should the 'Purpose' column on the customs declaration form for mobile cranes be filled in? The purpose should be filled in as 'lifting goods' or 'lifting operations', avoiding vague words such as 'transportation' or 'engineering'. For specific industries such as ports and construction, it can be noted as 'port container lifting' or 'building installation'. Purpose is closely related to classification and must accurately reflect the main function.