Diesel-Electric Hybrid Charter Bus
A long-distance charter bus with 25 or more seats, powered by a diesel-electric hybrid powertrain. It is designed for the transport of 16 or more persons, including the driver, and falls under tariff item 8702.20.10 because it exceeds the 15-person threshold. Standard amenities include entertainment systems and a lavatory.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.1% | — | 6.1% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.1% | — | 6.1% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.1% | — | 6.1% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.1% | — | 6.1% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.1% | — | 6.1% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the bus is designed for 10 to 15 persons, including the driver
This sibling item covers smaller diesel-electric hybrid vehicles for fewer passengers.
If the vehicle is solely electric with no diesel engine
Vehicles with only electric motors for propulsion are classified under a different heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the bus meets Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) and obtain a Transport Canada import form for non-compliance if needed
• Declare the vehicle's seating capacity accurately to confirm classification under 8702.20.10
• Be prepared to pay GST/HST on the value of the vehicle at the border
Related Products under Tariff item 8702.20.10
30-Passenger Diesel-Electric Hybrid School Bus
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35-Capacity Diesel-Electric Hybrid City Bus
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40-Person Diesel-Electric Hybrid Tour Bus
A luxury tour bus designed to transport 40 passengers, featuring a diesel-electric hybrid powertrain that combines a compression-ignition engine with an electric motor for propulsion. This vehicle is classified under tariff item 8702.20.10 as it is a motor vehicle for the transport of 16 or more persons, including the driver, with both diesel and electric motors.
50-Seat Diesel-Electric Hybrid Coach
An intercity coach bus with seating for 50 passengers, equipped with a diesel-electric hybrid system for enhanced highway fuel efficiency. It qualifies under tariff item 8702.20.10 as a motor vehicle for transporting 16 or more persons, including the driver, with both diesel and electric propulsion.
Diesel-Electric Hybrid Church Bus
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Diesel-Electric Hybrid City Transit Bus
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