Kenworth T680 Diesel Road Tractor from Germany
Kenworth T680 is a premium Class 8 road tractor optimized for semi-trailer transport with a PACCAR MX-13 455-510 HP diesel engine. It includes a sleeper cab, aerodynamic fairings, and digital dash for over-the-road efficiency. Falls under HTS 8701.21.00 for its diesel-only compression-ignition power and semi-trailer hauling design.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
29%
Rate breakdown
9903.74.0125%Medium- and heavy-duty vehicles as provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Submit detailed specs including GVWR >33,000 lbs and engine certification to avoid misclassification as lighter trucks
• Include bill of lading specifying 'new' status per statistical notes to prevent 'used' vehicle penalties