Thor Sequence Hybrid Camper Van from Germany
The Thor Sequence is a compact motorhome on a Ram ProMaster chassis featuring a plug-in hybrid spark-ignition engine over 3,000 cc, with kitchenette, bed, and bathroom for extended travel. Classified under HTS 8703.60.0055 due to its dual propulsion (gasoline-electric) and primary function as a mobile living space for persons. It meets the 'motor home' definition by combining transport and habitation.
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
9903.03.060%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
• Label hybrid battery specs and charging capabilities clearly in documentation
• Ensure FMVSS compliance for motorhome safety features like LP gas systems
• Avoid common error of classifying as incomplete chassis under 8706