Hino 195h Diesel-Electric Refrigerated Truck from Japan
Hino's 195h series refrigerated truck employs a hybrid diesel-electric system for cold-chain goods transport, with G.V.W. at 14.2 metric tons. This places it squarely in HTS 8704.42.00.60 for hybrid goods vehicles in the 12-15 ton category.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.74.050%Articles as provided for in subdivision (e) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Refrigeration unit must be listed as integral; detachable ones classified separately
• Temperature control certifications needed for food-grade imports
• Confirm statistical reporting as 'new' if unsold to end user