Diesel-Electric Hybrid Tour Coach from Japan
Luxury coach bus for sightseeing tours with diesel-electric hybrid power, seating 16+ tourists plus driver. HTS 8702.20.31.00 applies due to transport purpose, capacity, and propulsion type. Equipped with reclining seats, restrooms, and luggage compartments.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• Ensure labeling of hybrid components for customs valuation and origin determination
• Submit blueprints showing passenger layout to avoid reclassification as truck chassis
• Comply with Buy America requirements if for U.S. government contracts