Freightliner Cascadia 126 Diesel Tractor from Mexico
Freightliner's Cascadia 126 Evolution is a 6x4 road tractor for semi-trailers, powered by Detroit DD15/DD16 diesel engines up to 505 HP. Features Detroit Assurance safety systems and StreamLine aerodynamics for highway efficiency. HTS 8701.21.00 applies due to diesel compression-ignition engine and road tractor design.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
14%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
9903.74.050%Articles as provided for in subdivision (e) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
Import Tips
• EPA SmartWay certification required for diesel engines; declare exact model for duty calculation
• Confirm no subsidiary transport provisions exceed tractor main use to stay in 8701 per chapter definition