18-Seat Diesel-Electric Hybrid Shuttle Bus
An 18-seat airport shuttle bus with an integrated diesel engine and electric motor for short-haul efficiency. It is designed to carry ten to 15 persons including the driver, and its hybrid compression-ignition propulsion system qualifies it for this tariff item.
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 shuttle bus seats 16 or more persons including the driver
This sibling item covers vehicles for the transport of 16 or more persons.
If the vehicle uses only a diesel engine without an electric motor
Vehicles with only a compression-ignition engine are classified under a different subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the seating capacity is 10 to 15 persons including the driver, as vehicles with 16 or more seats fall under a different item
• Provide the vehicle's technical documentation to verify the diesel-electric hybrid powertrain
• Be aware that imports without a quota allocation pay the far higher over-access rate
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