Freightliner Cascadia Day Cab Tractor Truck

A heavy-duty diesel-electric hybrid tractor truck designed for hauling trailers, with a GVW of 18 metric tons. It features a compression-ignition engine combined with an electric motor for propulsion, classifying it under HTS 8704.42.00.80 due to its weight range and dual propulsion system for goods transport.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China25%+25.0%50%
🇲🇽Mexico25%25%
🇨🇦Canada25%25%
🇩🇪Germany25%25%
🇯🇵Japan25%25%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8704.23.01.00Same rate: 50%

If equipped only with diesel engine, no electric motor

Absence of electric motor propulsion shifts to pure compression-ignition heading without hybrid feature.

8704.60.00Same rate: 50%

If GVW exceeds 20 metric tons

Higher GVW places it in the over 20-ton category within hybrid goods vehicles.

8706.00Lower: 11.4% vs 50%

If imported as chassis without cab

Chassis not fitted with cab fall under motor vehicle chassis heading per chapter notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify GVW certification from manufacturer to confirm 15-20 ton range; obtain EPA and DOT compliance documents for diesel-electric systems; ensure chassis cab configuration avoids misclassification as complete truck