Integrated monocoque vehicle, non air-conditioned

Diesel bus, integrated monocoque body, non air-conditioned

DGFT CLEARANCE

HSN 8702 10 22 (Integrated monocoque vehicle, non air-conditioned) is subject to the ITC (HS) import policy administered by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), with new vehicles governed by Policy Conditions 2, 7, and 9 of Chapter 87 and second-hand or used vehicles by Policy Condition 1. Registration of imported vehicles must comply with the Central Motor Vehicles (Eleventh Amendment) Rules, 2018.

What this is

HSN code

8702 10 22

Chapter

87 · Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock; parts and accessories

Primary regulator

DGFT · ITC (HS) import policy, Chapter 87 (Policy Conditions 1, 2, 7, 9)

Customs documentation

ITC (HS) policy compliance from DGFT
Registration compliance from Ministry of Road Transport
Exemption declaration from DGFT

Compliance steps

1
Determine the import category before filing the bill of entry: new vehicles must satisfy Policy Conditions 2, 7, and 9 of Chapter 87; second-hand or used vehicles must satisfy Policy Condition 1. Exemptions are available under Policy Conditions 3, 4, 5, 6, and 11 — identify the applicable exemption and document it at the bill-of-entry stage.
ITC (HS) Import Policy, Chapter 87, Policy Conditions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 11
2
Ensure the imported vehicle is registered in compliance with the Central Motor Vehicles (Eleventh Amendment) Rules, 2018 (GSR 870(E) dated 13-09-2018). Vehicles imported by manufacturers or authorised representatives, or for personal use, demonstration, testing, research, or scientific purposes, must comply with this registration framework as a post-clearance condition.
GSR 870(E) dated 13-09-2018 · DGFT Notification 14/2015-20 dated 28-08-2019
3
If importing a Vintage Motor Vehicle, note the amendment under DGFT Notification 58/2024-25 dated 07-02-2025, which classifies Vintage Motor Vehicles as Free for import by actual users, modifying Condition 1(iii). Confirm that the vehicle meets the definition of 'Vintage Motor Vehicle' before claiming the Free-import status.
DGFT Notification 58/2024-25 dated 07-02-2025 · ITC (HS) Policy Condition 1(iii), Chapter 87

A word of counsel

The most common error on this tariff line is applying the new-vehicle policy conditions to a second-hand or used vehicle, or vice versa — the two tracks carry distinct compliance requirements and a mismatch at the bill-of-entry stage results in consignment detention and potential confiscation under the Customs Act, 1962. Importers must also verify that any claimed exemption under Conditions 3, 4, 5, 6, or 11 is documented with supporting evidence before customs out-of-charge, as post-clearance exemption claims are not accepted.

Need a regulatory steer on this product?

Speak to a regulatory counsel about your specific HSN, IS, and supplier situation.

Speak to an Expert

Frequently asked

Does HSN 8702 10 22 require BIS certification?

No, integrated monocoque diesel buses are not within the BIS Quality Control Order regime; no BIS QCO covers this product family. Import is governed by the ITC (HS) import policy administered by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade under Chapter 87 Policy Conditions, with registration compliance required under the Central Motor Vehicles (Eleventh Amendment) Rules, 2018.

Which policy conditions apply to second-hand or used vehicles under this HSN?

Second-hand or used vehicles are subject exclusively to Policy Condition 1 of Chapter 87; Policy Conditions 2, 7, and 9 apply only to new vehicles. Vintage Motor Vehicles are Free for import by actual users following the amendment in DGFT Notification 58/2024-25 dated 07-02-2025.

Are there any exemptions from the Chapter 87 policy conditions for this tariff line?

Yes. Policy Conditions 3, 4, 5, 6, and 11 of Chapter 87 provide applicable exemptions; the importer must identify the relevant condition and furnish supporting documentation at the bill-of-entry stage, as customs officers verify exemption eligibility before granting out-of-charge.

Last verified against gazette notifications: 2026-05-16. Source: DGFT / Indian Customs CUSDATA.