Peterbilt 579 Heavy Haul Tractor from Canada
Peterbilt 579 road tractor with diesel compression-ignition engine, GVW exceeding 36,287 kg, built new for pulling semi-trailers in heavy freight applications. Meets HTS 8701.21.0045 as a road tractor per chapter note, excluding work tools or non-hauling designs. Aerodynamic for long-distance efficiency.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
14%
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
9903.74.050%Articles as provided for in subdivision (e) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
Import Tips
• Confirm no prior title transfer to end-user; statistical note strictly defines 'new' for reporting
• Specify engine type (compression-ignition only); misdocs lead to 8701.20 reclass
• Prepare for axle weight distribution scrutiny in GVW verification