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U.S. imports of snowmobiles, golf carts & specially designed passenger vehicles (HS 870310) totaled $83.5M in July 2026, traded with 19 countries.
Importers of Snowmobiles, Golf Carts & Specially Designed Passenger Vehicles paid $15.0M in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 25% on $60.1M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Snowmobiles, Golf Carts & Specially Designed Passenger Vehicles imports of $83.5M in July 2026 ran 18% above the year-to-date monthly average of $70.9M.
Last updated: July 2026 dataPassenger motor vehicles engineered for specific terrain or recreational use — snowmobiles, golf carts, and similar specialty vehicles — occupy this subheading rather than the standard passenger car headings. The US schedule separates them into three 10-digit lines: snow-travel vehicles (8703101000), golf carts (8703105030), and other specially designed vehicles (8703105060). Mexico and Canada are the leading suppliers, with Vietnam, China, and Sweden also present. Chinese-origin golf carts and specialty vehicles are subject to Section 301 tariffs, a recurring compliance issue given China's role in low-speed electric vehicle manufacturing.
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2.2K shipments/mo
Golf carts (8703105030) are purpose-built for golf course use and typically lack the speed and safety equipment of on-road low-speed vehicles (LSVs). LSVs designed for road use may instead be classified under a different 8703 line based on their engine type and cylinder capacity. The vehicle's design intent, top speed, and standard equipment are all relevant factors; a binding ruling from CBP can provide certainty.
Yes. Snowmobiles must meet EPA emission standards for small spark-ignition engines, and NHTSA may have jurisdiction over certain safety features. Importers should confirm the model's compliance status with the manufacturer before shipment, as non-conforming units may require modification or face refusal of entry.
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8703105060 | Specially Designed Vehicles, NESOI | $48.5M | 25.64% | 99.82% | $12.4M |
| 8703101000 | Vehicles Designed for Traveling on Snow | $25.7M | 2.93% | 11.38% | $752K |
| 8703105030 | Golf Carts | $9.3M | 19.69% | 93.72% | $1.8M |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8703101000 | Vehicles Designed for Traveling on Snow | $22.1M |
| 8703105060 | Specially Designed Vehicles, NESOI | $13.4M |
| 8703105030 | Golf Carts | $8.5M |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
ImportsExports
Imports
$83.5MYoY · Pro
Exports
$44.1MYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · July 2026
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Mexico and Sweden together supply 74% of it.
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entry
rate provision · imports
27.6% enters free of duty; the effective duty rate is 17.99%.