Integrated monocoque vehicle, non air-conditioned

Hybrid diesel-electric bus, non air-conditioned, ten or more passengers

DGFT CLEARANCE

HSN 8702 20 12 (Integrated monocoque vehicle, non air-conditioned) is subject to the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) ITC (HS) Restricted-import policy under Policy Conditions 2, 7 and 9 of Chapter 87. Registration of imported vehicles must comply with the Central Motor Vehicles (Eleventh Amendment) Rules, 2018, notified under GSR 870(E) dated 13-09-2018.

What this is

HSN code

8702 20 12

Chapter

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

Primary regulator

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

Customs documentation

Import Licence from DGFT
Vehicle registration compliance from Ministry of Road Transport and Highways
Policy condition declaration to CBIC

Compliance steps

1
Verify that the import satisfies Policy Conditions 2, 7 and 9 of Chapter 87 of the ITC (HS) before filing the bill of entry. New vehicles must meet each applicable condition; consignments that do not satisfy the relevant policy condition are treated as Restricted imports and subject to detention and re-export or confiscation.
DGFT ITC (HS) Policy Conditions 2, 7 and 9 of Chapter 87
2
Ensure that the imported vehicle is registered in conformity with the Central Motor Vehicles (Eleventh Amendment) Rules, 2018. Imports by manufacturers, authorised representatives, or organisations for personal use, demonstration, testing, research, or scientific use must comply with GSR 870(E) dated 13-09-2018 and DGFT Notification 14/2015-20 dated 28-08-2019.
GSR 870(E) dated 13-09-2018 · DGFT Notification 14/2015-20 dated 28-08-2019
3
Check Policy Conditions 3, 4, 5, 6 and 11 for applicable exemptions before classifying the import under the Restricted regime. Note that DGFT Notification 58/2024-25 dated 07-02-2025 amends Condition 1(iii) to permit vintage motor vehicles free importation by actual users.
DGFT ITC (HS) Policy Conditions 3, 4, 5, 6 and 11 of Chapter 87 · DGFT Notification 58/2024-25 dated 07-02-2025

A word of counsel

The most common error on this tariff line is conflating the policy conditions applicable to new vehicles with those governing second-hand or used vehicles. Policy Conditions 2, 7 and 9 govern new vehicle imports; Policy Condition 1 governs second-hand and used vehicles; importing under an incorrect policy condition basis triggers Restricted-import enforcement, monetary penalty, and potential confiscation under the Customs Act, 1962 and the Foreign Trade (Development and Regulation) Act, 1992.

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Frequently asked

Does HSN 8702 20 12 require BIS certification?

No, no BIS Quality Control Order covers hybrid diesel-electric monocoque buses under this tariff line. Import is governed by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade ITC (HS) Restricted-import policy under Chapter 87 Policy Conditions 2, 7 and 9, along with vehicle registration compliance under the Central Motor Vehicles (Eleventh Amendment) Rules, 2018.

Which policy conditions govern the import of second-hand or used vehicles under this HSN?

Second-hand or used vehicles are governed by Policy Condition 1 of Chapter 87, which is distinct from Policy Conditions 2, 7 and 9 applicable to new vehicle imports; misapplication of the condition constitutes a Restricted-import violation.

Are there any exemptions from the Restricted-import policy for this vehicle category?

Policy Conditions 3, 4, 5, 6 and 11 of Chapter 87 set out applicable exemptions, and DGFT Notification 58/2024-25 dated 07-02-2025 additionally permits vintage motor vehicles to be imported free by actual users under amended Condition 1(iii).

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