Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Hybrid Hearse from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.4115%Passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of Japan provided for in subdivision (k) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter.
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