Volvo VNR Electric Road Tractor from Canada
Volvo VNR Electric is a Class 8 road tractor with tandem electric motors and 264 kWh or 565 kWh battery options, designed for regional semi-trailer hauling. It falls under HTS 8701.24.0015 as a new electric-propelled tractor with GVW ≤36,287 kg. Features include V2G capability and aerodynamic fairings for efficiency.
Duty Rate — Canada → 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
• Provide OEM certification of electric-only propulsion; prepare for battery recycling compliance under state laws; use ISPM 15 treated wooden packaging for skids