New Western Star 49X Heavy Hauler (GVW 17.5 tons) from China
Off-road capable heavy hauler truck with spark-ignition engine, GVW 17.5 tons for goods. Falls under 8704.32.0140 as new other spark-ignition piston engine goods vehicle 15-20 tons. Distinguishes from tractors per chapter note.
Duty Rate — China → United States
60%
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
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.74.050%Articles as provided for in subdivision (e) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
Import Tips
• Certify highway-legal modifications if off-road origin; FMVSS compliance mandatory
• Report as 'new' only if direct from assembler; used require different reporting
• Declare tire sizes affecting GVW; oversized common in heavy haulers