Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Hybrid Hearse from Japan
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.
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.
9903.03.060%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
• Provide funeral industry certification and body builder specs; confirm 'new' status via manufacturer affidavit; watch for state-specific funeral vehicle regulations during customs clearance