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 both compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine and electric motor as motors for propulsion, other than those capable of being charged by plugging to external source of electric power > 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 8703.50.00.60
Ford Transit Hybrid Ambulance
A hybrid ambulance van based on the Ford Transit platform, featuring a compression-ignition diesel engine combined with an electric motor for propulsion, with cylinder capacity over 2,500 cc. It is specifically designed for emergency medical transport with medical equipment bays, patient stretcher compartments, and siren systems. Classified under HTS 8703.50.00.60 due to its ambulance purpose and hybrid diesel-electric powertrain not rechargeable via external plug.
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Hybrid Hearse
A luxury hybrid hearse derived from the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, equipped with a diesel engine over 2,500 cc and electric motor for propulsion, featuring a casket compartment, polished wood interior, and dignified styling. Designed for funeral processions with enhanced ride comfort and low emissions. Falls under HTS 8703.50.00.60 as a hearse with specified hybrid powertrain.
Ram ProMaster Hybrid Prison Van
A secure hybrid prison transport van on the Ram ProMaster chassis, with diesel engine exceeding 2,500 cc paired with electric assist motor, featuring multiple lockable cells, surveillance cameras, and reinforced partitions. Built for law enforcement prisoner transport with high-security features. HTS 8703.50.00.60 applies for its prison van design and non-plug-in hybrid propulsion.
Chevrolet Express Hybrid Ambulance
The Chevrolet Express hybrid ambulance variant combines a large diesel V8 over 2,500 cc with electric motor, outfitted with advanced life-support systems, oxygen storage, and wide rear doors for gurneys. Ideal for urban emergency services requiring extended range. Classified in 8703.50.00.60 for ambulance use and hybrid diesel-electric specs.
Ford E-Series Hybrid Hearse
Ford E-Series cutaway hybrid hearse with diesel-electric powertrain over 2,500 cc, customized with elegant chrome accents, spacious casket bay, and flower receptacles for dignified transport. Popular in funeral homes for reliability. HTS 8703.50.00.60 due to hearse configuration and propulsion type.
Dodge Ram Cargo Hybrid Prison Transport
Heavy-duty Dodge Ram cargo van modified as hybrid prison van with >2,500 cc diesel and electric motor, including bullet-resistant glass, GPS tracking, and individual prisoner cells. Used by sheriffs for secure convoy. Fits 8703.50.00.60 as prison van with specified hybrid.
International Durastar Hybrid Ambulance
International Durastar medium-duty hybrid ambulance with large diesel >2,500 cc and electric propulsion, medium-duty chassis for rough terrain, equipped with ICU-level medical suites. For rural or disaster response. 8703.50.00.60 for ambulance hybrid specs.