Ram ProMaster 1500 Cargo Van from Japan
The Ram ProMaster 1500 is a front-wheel-drive cargo van powered by a spark-ignition V6 gasoline engine, ideal for delivery services with payload capacity under 5 tons G.V.W. It fits HTS 8704.31.01 due to its design for goods transport and light-duty specifications.
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
• Include detailed engine specs in commercial invoice to prove spark-ignition classification
• Check for 'new' vs 'used' status per statistical notes to apply correct reporting
• Ensure no conversion to passenger use, as that would reclassify under Chapter 87 passenger headings