Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 Hybrid RV from Germany
A Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 converted into a hybrid motorhome with a 2.0L turbo spark-ignition engine paired with electric motor (approx. 2,000 cc), featuring luxury interior, wet bath, and dinette for four. Built for cross-country travel with persons. HTS 8703.40.0015 applies for its hybrid powertrain and motor home build between 1,500-3,000 cc.
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
9903.03.060%Articles of aluminum, of steel, or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ensure VIN and build sheets confirm hybrid specs and cc displacement for customs declaration
• Prepare for potential EPA import review due to hybrid emissions compliance
• Label as 'motor home' clearly; incomplete builds risk shifting to truck classifications