BYD T10ZE Electric Semi Tractor from Germany
BYD's T10ZE is a heavy-duty electric road tractor for semi-trailers, popular in Asian markets with iron-phosphate batteries for safety and range. Its sole electric motor propulsion qualifies it for HTS 8701.24.00 as a pure EV road tractor.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
• Chinese imports may need additional Commerce Department licenses for EV tech
• Validate 'new' status with factory shipping docs to prevent used vehicle duties
• Photograph cab configuration to prove road tractor vs chassis distinction