Ford Transit Cargo Van from Germany
The Ford Transit Cargo Van is a light-duty commercial vehicle with a spark-ignition gasoline engine, designed primarily for transporting goods in urban and suburban environments. Its gross vehicle weight (G.V.W.) is under 5 metric tons, classifying it under HTS 8704.31.01 as a motor vehicle for goods transport with a spark-ignition piston engine.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.94.500%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 equal to or greater than 15 percent.
Import Tips
• Verify G.V.W. certification from manufacturer to confirm ≤5 metric tons and spark-ignition engine type
• Obtain EPA and DOT compliance documents for emissions and safety standards before importation
• Avoid misclassification as passenger vehicles by ensuring no rear seats or windows are installed