Used Peterbilt 389 Road Tractor from Mexico
A used long-haul semi-tractor known for its classic styling and durability in over-the-road freight. It qualifies for HTS 8701.29.0080 as a used road tractor for semi-trailers, constructed essentially for hauling per chapter definition, reported as 'used' post initial retail sale.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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 of aluminum, of steel or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; patented pharmaceutical articles; and semiconductor articles, as provided in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use certified export documentation from origin country confirming used status and no outstanding liens
• Prepare for bond requirements due to high value; consider temporary import if for parts salvage
• Label fiber content? No—focus on engine specs for tariff shift if modified