Used Peterbilt EV-579 Electric Road Tractor

Used Peterbilt Model EV-579 electric-powered road tractor optimized for long-haul semi-trailer operations with 300+ mile range and fast charging. Classified in HTS 8701.24.0080 for used road tractors with exclusive electric propulsion under heading 8701. Qualifies as 'used' per statistical notes after first sale to end user.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China4%+25.0%29%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico4%β€”4%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada4%β€”4%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany4%β€”4%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan4%β€”4%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8701.23.00Same rate: 29%

If with gaseous fuel propulsion like natural gas/CNG

Fuel type dictates 10-digit subheading; electric is 8701.24 while gaseous fuel tractors use 8701.23

8706.00.15Higher: 52.5% vs 29%

If imported as chassis only without electric motor installed

Incomplete chassis without propulsion systems fall under 8706, but complete used electric tractors stay in 8701

8408.10.00Higher: 37.5% vs 29%

If imported solely as the electric motor/drive unit component

Separate propulsion engines/motors classify under 8408/8500 series, not as complete tractors even if presented together

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Document compliance with FMVSS standards for electric heavy-duty vehicles including braking and stability systems

β€’ Avoid common pitfall of incomplete odometer disclosure which triggers valuation disputes

β€’ Separate any interchangeable equipment presented with tractor per chapter notes

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