Kenworth T880 Dump Truck from Mexico
A robust diesel-powered dump truck with 17-ton GVW for on-road construction material transport, equipped with a compression-ignition engine and tipping bed. Classified under 8704.22.51.80 for its goods transport purpose and weight specs. Not a tractor due to primary on-road hauling function.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
50%
Rate breakdown
9903.74.0125%Medium- and heavy-duty vehicles as provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
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
• Include DOT weight certification and axle load specs to confirm GVW bracket
• Prepare safety standard proofs (FMVSS) as heavy trucks often face scrutiny
• Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring GVW leading to penalties or reclassification