Freightliner Cascadia Day Cab Truck
A heavy-duty diesel semi-truck designed for long-haul goods transport with a GVW of 18 tons, featuring a compression-ignition engine and no sleeper berth. It falls under HTS 8704.22.51.80 due to its diesel piston engine and GVW between 15-20 metric tons for commercial freight hauling. Classified as a motor vehicle for goods transport, not a tractor.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If spark-ignition engine (gasoline)
Vehicles with gasoline engines shift to 8704.23 subheading regardless of GVW.
If designed primarily for hauling trailers
Tractors for pushing/pulling loads like semi-trailers fall under Chapter 87 heading 8701.
If imported as chassis without cab
Chassis not fitted with cabs are classified in 8706, even for goods transport vehicles.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify GVW certification from manufacturer matches 15-20 ton range to avoid reclassification
• Ensure EPA/CARB emissions compliance documentation for diesel engines during customs clearance
• Obtain bill of lading specifying 'new' status if not previously sold to end-user
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