Used Freightliner Cascadia Road Tractor from Japan

A used heavy-duty road tractor designed specifically for hauling semi-trailers in long-haul freight transport. It falls under HTS 8701.29.0080 as a used road tractor for semi-trailers, other than those of heading 8709, meeting the chapter definition of tractors constructed essentially for hauling or pushing loads. Statistical notes confirm classification as 'used' due to prior sale to an ultimate purchaser.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

4%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.060%Articles of iron or steel, derivative articles of iron or steel, articles of aluminum, derivative articles of aluminum, passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks and parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks, semiconductor articles, semi-finished copper and intensive copper derivative products, wood products, or medium- and heavy-duty vehicles or medium- and heavy-duty vehicle parts, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.74.050%Articles as provided for in subdivision (e) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
9903.74.070%Medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, as provided for in subdivision (g) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.

Import Tips

Verify 'used' status with proof of prior title transfer to ultimate purchaser per statistical notes to avoid misclassification as new

Ensure EPA and DOT compliance for emissions and safety standards; obtain CARB certification if destined for California

Document odometer reading and maintenance history to prevent disputes over vehicle condition at customs