Ford Transit Diesel Hearse from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
17.5%
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
9903.05.900%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
• Provide funeral industry certifications and body modification blueprints to substantiate hearse classification during customs review
• Declare any removable coffin racks separately to prevent valuation disputes; watch for pitfalls in proving special-purpose design
• Comply with federal motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSS) for lighting and braking specific to hearses