Freightliner Cascadia Hybrid Semi-Tractor from Mexico
Freightliner Cascadia Hybrid is a Class 8 road tractor for semi-trailers with a gasoline spark-ignition engine paired with electric propulsion motor for improved efficiency. Classified in 8701.23.00 as it matches the road tractor definition for hauling semi-trailers via hybrid powertrain. Excludes any mounted interchangeable equipment which remains separate.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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 of aluminum, of steel or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; patented pharmaceutical articles; and semiconductor articles, as provided in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document hybrid system integration with OEM specs; avoid pitfalls by confirming no prior dealer sale
• Ensure VIN indicates new status
• Prepare for weight certifications as road tractors exceed standard limits