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Ford Transit Cargo Van from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

25%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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

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