Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Hybrid Hearse from Germany
Luxury hybrid hearse from Mercedes-Benz Sprinter platform featuring spark-ignition engine >3,000cc with electric assist motor (non-plug-in). Equipped for dignified transport of deceased with casket compartments and climate control. Falls under HTS 8703.40.0050 as a hearse with qualifying hybrid propulsion.
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
• Include funeral service certifications and interior layout diagrams proving hearse configuration
• Ensure hybrid powertrain documentation matches non-plug-in criteria to avoid EV tariff headings