Freightliner eCascadia Hybrid Road Tractor from Germany
A Class 8 hybrid road tractor designed for semi-trailers, featuring a diesel compression-ignition engine combined with an electric motor for propulsion. It meets the criteria of heading 8701 as a tractor constructed essentially for hauling semi-trailers. The dual propulsion system qualifies it specifically under 8701.22.00.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
9903.74.050%Articles as provided for in subdivision (e) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
Import Tips
• Verify EPA and CARB emissions certifications for the diesel-electric hybrid system to avoid customs holds
• Provide detailed propulsion specs showing both compression-ignition engine and electric motor integration
• Ensure VIN indicates 'new' status per statistical notes if not previously sold to end-user