Diesel-Electric Hybrid Minibus from Canada
16-passenger minibus with diesel-electric powertrain for urban routes or paratransit. HTS 8702.20.31.00 due to capacity threshold and hybrid propulsion. Compact design with wheelchair securement.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
12%
Rate breakdown
9903.74.0210%Buses and other vehicles classified in HTSUS heading 8702 as provided for in subdivision (c) 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
• Use VIN and build sheets to prove 'new' status per Chapter 87 statistical notes
• Label GVWR and axle configurations for proper duty assessment
• Avoid common pitfall of incomplete origin certificates for hybrid components