Kenworth T680 Semi-Truck Tractor from China
Kenworth T680 is a new heavy-duty road tractor for semi-trailers featuring a diesel engine, with GVW over 36,287 kg, optimized for fuel efficiency in freight hauling. Classified under HTS 8701.21.0045 due to its new status, diesel power, and tractor design per chapter definitions. Ideal for over-the-road transport.
Duty Rate — China → United States
39%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
9903.74.050%Articles as provided for in subdivision (e) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
Import Tips
• Document chain of custody to prove 'new' per statistical note; used tractors shift to other subheadings
• Label GVW explicitly on manifest; pitfall is underestimating due to axle configs
• Include noise and safety certifications (DOT/FMVSS) as required for heavy vehicles