Rivian EDV 700 Electric Passenger Van from Canada
The Rivian EDV 700 is an all-electric van designed for transporting 16 or more persons including the driver, featuring high-capacity battery and modular seating. Classified under HTS 8702.40.31.00 due to its electric-only propulsion and passenger transport capacity over 16. It's built for shuttle services with advanced autonomous driving aids.
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
• Submit detailed VIN and build sheets proving electric-only powertrain; hybrids misclassified risk penalties
• Include proof of seating configuration from manufacturer to substantiate 16+ capacity claim
• Prepare for DOT entry requirements; pitfall is inadequate crash test data for large electric vehicles