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87054000
VEHICLES OTHER THAN RAILWAY OR TRAMWAY ROLLING STOCK, AND PARTS AND ACCESSORIES THEREOFSpecial purpose motor vehicles, other than those principally designed for the transport of persons or goods (for example, breakdown lorries, crane lorries, fire fighting vehicles, concrete-mixer lorries, road sweeper lorries, spraying lorries, mobile workshops, mobile radiological units)

Concrete-mixer lorries

Standard EU duty
3.7%
VAT
23%
Additional duties / sanctions
0 rules
Docs required
57 docs
C057C079C082Y054Y120Y121+51
Standard rates
Applies toTypeRateConditionsRegulation
ERGA OMNESThird country duty3.7%R2261/98
Preferences
AD 0%AL 0%BA 0%CA 0%CAMER 0%CARI 0%CH 0%CI 0%CL 0%CM 0%CO 0%DZ 0%EBA 0%EC 0%EEA 0%EG 0%EH 0%ESA 0%EUCA 0%FJ 0%FO 0%GB 0%GE 0%GH 0%GSP 0%GSP+ 0%IL 0%JO 0%JP 0%KE 0%KR 0%LB 0%LOMB 0%MA 0%MD 0%ME 0%MK 0%MX 0%NZ 0%PE 0%PG 0%PS 0%SADC EPA 0%SB 0%SG 0%SM 0%SWITZ 0%SY 0%TN 0%TR 0%UA 0%VN 0%WS 0%XC 0%XK 0%XL 0%XS 0%ZA 0%
Notes
CD303The relief from or reduction of customs duties shall be subject to the specific request expressed by the declarant in box 44 "Additional information/Documents produced/Certificates and authorisations", of the Single Administrative Document (SAD)
TM904Preferences granted under the agreement between the European Union and Morocco in force from 19 July 2019.As of 3 October 2025, products originating in Western Sahara subject to controls by the customs authorities of the Kingdom of Morocco shall benefit from trade preferences under the terms of the new Agreement in the form of exchange of letters between the EU and Morocco, The European Union and the Kingdom of Morocco have agreed to allow those products to be identified by reference to the region of origin to be included in the proof of origin and as provided for in Protocol 4.In view of the application of these measures, the origin certificates codes U179 and U180 must be declared.The country code to be entered in the origin declaration when these proofs of origin are used is “EH”.
CD727Eligibility to benefit from this preference is subject to the presentation of an origin declaration stating the European Union origin of the goods, in the context of the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA).
CD906The list of non-eligible locations and their postal codes is available at the following address: http://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/customs/technical-arrangement_postal-codes.pdf
CD500Eligibility to benefit from this preference is subject to the presentation of a proof of origin stating the community origin of the goods, in the context of the agreement between the European Union and the Swiss Confederation.
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Binding Tariff Information

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BTI (Binding Tariff Information) is an official EU customs decision confirming the classification of goods. Valid for 3 years, binding across all EU member states.

Concrete mixer trucks CN 8705 40

CN code 8705 40 covers concrete mixer trucks – special vehicles equipped with a rotating drum for mixing and transporting ready-mix concrete, mounted on a truck chassis. These vehicles are a key element of the construction logistics chain, delivering fresh concrete to construction sites. Mixer drums with 6 to 15 m3 capacity are mounted on 3 to 5-axle truck chassis. Body manufacturers include Stetter (Schwing), CIFA, Liebherr, Putzmeister, and Frumecar. Chassis from Mercedes-Benz, MAN, Scania, Volvo, DAF, and Iveco. Drum drive is hydraulic from the chassis engine or a separate motor. Chassis must meet Euro VI with EU type-approval. Mixer body under Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230.

Import and customs clearance

Importing concrete mixer trucks (CN 8705 40) from non-EU countries requires standard customs procedures. Rates in TARIC/ISZTAR4. Special vehicles not subject to excise. VAT on customs value plus duty. Customs value covers both chassis and mixer body as a unit. Chassis type-approval and CE conformity for the body required. Special vehicle registration with inspection covering mixer equipment. Non-European vehicles may require lighting, mirror, and safety system adaptations.

Market and outlook for concrete mixers

The European concrete mixer truck market (CN 8705 40) is closely linked to construction activity. Demand driven by residential, infrastructure, and industrial construction. In 2026, electric-chassis concrete mixers are trending, enabling deliveries in low-emission zones – Renault Trucks, Volvo, and Mercedes-Benz offer electric chassis for mixer bodies. Electric drum drives also eliminate site emissions and noise. For classification, confirming the vehicle is a complete self-propelled concrete mixer with a rotating drum is essential. Mixer body without chassis is classified under different CN codes (e.g., 8474 as mixing machinery).

Frequently asked questions

Is a concrete mixer truck subject to excise in Poland?
No, concrete mixer trucks (CN 8705 40) are not subject to excise as special vehicles. Excise applies only to passenger cars (CN 8703). Only customs duty (TARIC/ISZTAR4 rate) and VAT on customs value plus duty are charged on import.
What driving licence is needed for a concrete mixer truck?
Driving a concrete mixer truck requires a category C licence (vehicles over 7.5 tonnes) or CE (with trailer). Most concrete mixers have GVW over 26 tonnes requiring category C. Professional drivers must hold a professional competence certificate, digital tachograph driver card, and current medical and psychological examinations.
How to distinguish a mixer truck from a mixer drum for customs?
A concrete mixer truck (CN 8705 40) is a complete self-propelled vehicle with a mixer drum mounted on a truck chassis. A mixer drum without chassis is classified as mixing machinery under CN 8474. Integration of the drum with a truck chassis creating a special vehicle is the decisive factor.