Freightliner eCascadia Heavy-Duty Electric Road Tractor
The Freightliner eCascadia is a new battery-electric Class 8 road tractor designed for semi-trailers, featuring a fully electric powertrain with no internal combustion engine. It has a GVW exceeding 36,287 kg, optimized for long-haul freight transport. Classified under HTS 8701.24.0045 as a new road tractor with only electric motor propulsion and heavy GVW.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| π¨π³China | 4% | +25.0% | 29% |
| π²π½Mexico | 4% | β | 4% |
| π¨π¦Canada | 4% | β | 4% |
| π©πͺGermany | 4% | β | 4% |
| π―π΅Japan | 4% | β | 4% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fitted with a cab but sold as chassis for body installation
Chapter note excludes cab-fitted chassis from 8701, directing to 8704 for truck chassis with electric motors.
If includes rigid truck body instead of for semi-trailer
Rigid trucks fall under 8703 for electric vehicles, not road tractors of 8701 designed for semi-trailers.
If diesel or gasoline powered version
Spark-ignition or diesel tractors use 8701.10/8701.20; electric-only specifies 8701.24.
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Import Tips & Compliance
β’ ,Include EPA/CARB certificates for electric propulsion and detailed battery specs to avoid reclassification as hybrid
β’ Watch for chassis cab configurations, which shift to 8704; ensure no engine components present
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