Ambulances, hearses, and prison vans
Motor cars and other motor vehicles principally designed for the transport of persons (other than those of heading 8702), including station wagons and racing cars: > Other vehicles, with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel): > Of a cylinder capacity exceeding 2,500 cc > Ambulances, hearses, and prison vans
Duty Rate (from China)
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
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
Effective with respect to entries on or after April 3, 2025, certain passenger vehicles and light trucks, as provided for in subdivision (e) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter.
Products classified under HTS 8703.33.01.10
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Ambulance
A diesel-powered Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van modified as an ambulance with medical equipment, stretcher compartments, and emergency lighting for patient transport. It falls under HTS 8703.33.0110 due to its classification as an ambulance with a compression-ignition engine exceeding 2,500 cc cylinder capacity, principally designed for transporting persons in emergency medical situations.
Ford Transit Diesel Hearse
A Ford Transit van customized as a hearse with a sealed rear compartment for coffins, polished interior, and dignified exterior styling for funeral processions. Classified under HTS 8703.33.0110 as a hearse with diesel engine over 2,500 cc, designed specifically for transporting deceased persons.
Iveco Daily Ambulance Chassis
An Iveco Daily diesel cab-chassis pre-configured and certified for ambulance body mounting, featuring reinforced frame and medical system interfaces over 2,500 cc. Falls under HTS 8703.33.0110 when specified as ambulance type, distinguishing it from general chassis.
Volkswagen Crafter Long Wheelbase Hearse
Extended Volkswagen Crafter diesel hearse with custom coffin bay, chrome accents, and quiet insulation for dignified remains transport, cylinder capacity >2,500 cc. HTS 8703.33.0110 applies to its purpose-built funeral vehicle design.
Type III Ford E-450 Diesel Ambulance
Modular Type III ambulance on Ford E-450 chassis with independent box body, diesel engine >2,500 cc, equipped for advanced life support. Classifies under HTS 8703.33.0110 as a dedicated ambulance for person transport.
Custom Mercedes Sprinter Prisoner Shuttle
Mercedes Sprinter configured as multi-cell prisoner transport with central aisle, diesel >2,500 cc for law enforcement shuttles. HTS 8703.33.0110 for prison van specifics.
Isuzu NPR-HD Armored Ambulance
Isuzu NPR-HD with ballistic protection and diesel engine >2,500 cc for conflict zone medical evac. Special ambulance under HTS 8703.33.0110.
Promaster 3500 Extended Hearse
Ram Promaster 3500 extended diesel hearse for oversized coffins, >2,500 cc. HTS 8703.33.0110 classification.
Sprinter 4500 Prison Van
High-roof Mercedes Sprinter 4500 diesel prison van with 10+ cells. HTS 8703.33.0110.
E-450 Cutaway Ambulance
Ford E-450 cutaway diesel ambulance build platform >2,500 cc. HTS 8703.33.0110.
Crafter TDI Funeral Coach
VW Crafter TDI hearse variant for funerals. HTS 8703.33.0110.
Transit 350 HD Prisoner Transport
Ford Transit 350 HD secure prisoner van diesel >2,500 cc.
Daily IV Ambulance
Iveco Daily IV modular ambulance diesel.
NQR 500 Prison Bus Conversion
Isuzu NQR 500 converted prison transport diesel >2,500 cc.
Ram ProMaster Prison Transport Van
A Ram ProMaster van outfitted as a prison van with secure cells, mesh partitions, weapon-proofing, and restraint systems for safely transporting inmates. It qualifies for HTS 8703.33.0110 as a diesel-powered prison van exceeding 2,500 cc, principally for persons under custody.