Hybrid Flatbed Hauler 13-ton GVW
A flatbed truck with hybrid spark-ignition and electric propulsion, designed for hauling construction materials, with a gross vehicle weight (GVW) of 13 metric tons. It falls under tariff item 8704.52.00 as a motor vehicle for goods transport with both engine types and a GVW exceeding 5 tonnes.
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 vehicle has only a compression-ignition (diesel) engine
This heading covers goods vehicles with diesel engines, which is a different propulsion type.
If the vehicle has only a spark-ignition engine and GVW not exceeding 5 tonnes
This covers lighter goods vehicles with petrol engines, below the weight threshold.
If imported as a chassis without a cab
Chapter note 3 excludes chassis with cabs from heading 87.06, but a bare chassis falls here.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the GVW is documented in the vehicle's compliance paperwork, as the 5-tonne threshold determines classification
• Verify that the hybrid propulsion system meets Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) before importation
• Be prepared to pay GST at the border, calculated on the vehicle's value
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