Ford Transit Ambulance from Germany

A Ford Transit van modified as a Type II ambulance with spark-ignition engine over 3,000 cc, equipped with medical stretchers, oxygen systems, and emergency lighting for patient transport. Classified under HTS 8703.24.0110 as an ambulance principally designed for transporting persons in medical emergencies. Exceeds 3,000 cc cylinder capacity with spark-ignition piston engine.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

15%

Rate breakdown

9903.94.5115%Passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of the European Union as specified in subdivision (n) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent
9903.94.5315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of the European Union as specified in subdivision (o) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter) rate of duty under column1 less than 15 percent.
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

Import Tips

Verify vehicle modification certifications from OEM or certified upfitter to confirm ambulance classification and avoid reclassification as standard van

Provide detailed equipment manifests listing medical features like defibrillators and gurneys for customs valuation and compliance

Check EPA and DOT standards for engine emissions and safety modifications before import to prevent holds

Ford Transit Ambulance from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8703.24.01.10