Ford Transit Hybrid Ambulance from Germany
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.
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
• Verify vehicle qualifies as 'new' per statistical notes (not sold to ultimate purchaser); obtain EPA/DOT certifications for hybrid systems; ensure ambulance conversion documentation from certified outfitter to avoid reclassification