Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3.5T Cargo Van from Japan
High-roof cargo van with 2.0L turbocharged spark-ignition engine, GVW 3.5 metric tons, optimized for parcel delivery and tradesmen. Classified in 8704.31.0140 for spark-ignition goods transport vehicles in the specified weight range.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.94.400%Passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of Japan as 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 equal to or greater than 15 percent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit detailed vehicle specs including engine type and GVW plate photo for accurate HTS verification
• Comply with FMVSS safety standards certification for U.S. import eligibility
• Watch for misclassification as passenger vans if seating is added post-import