Kenworth T680E Battery-Electric Tractor from China
Kenworth T680E is a new Class 8 electric road tractor exceeding 36,287 kg GVW, powered exclusively by electric motors for semi-trailer operations in freight logistics. Features aerodynamic design for efficiency. Classified in 8701.24.0045 as new electric heavy road tractor.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
9903.74.050%Articles as provided for in subdivision (e) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
Import Tips
• Use VIN and manufacturer affidavit for new status; track first sale history
• Document battery capacity and motor-only propulsion to qualify for EV duty preferences
• Avoid bulk packaging misclass as parts; import as complete vehicles