New Freightliner Cascadia Hybrid Semi-Tractor from China
Freightliner's Cascadia hybrid road tractor pairs a compression-ignition diesel engine with an electric motor for efficient semi-trailer hauling, with GVW not over 36,287 kg. Classified in 8701.22.0015 as a new diesel-electric road tractor for semi-trailers. Ideal for North American freight logistics.
Duty Rate — China → United States
54%
Rate breakdown
9903.74.0125%Medium- and heavy-duty vehicles as provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
9903.88.0225%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)
9903.05.900%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
• Document hybrid system specs for customs verification
• Ensure VIN indicates new status and GVW compliance
• Prepare for FMVSS safety standards certification