Peterbilt 579 Diesel-Electric Tractor from China
Heavy-duty tractor for goods transport with compression-ignition piston engine and electric assist motor, GVW 17.5 tons. Classified in HTS 8704.42.00.80 for its hybrid propulsion and weight suitable for semi-trailer hauling.
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
• Document hybrid system efficiency ratings; ensure no mounted working tools to avoid tractor reclassification; file with exact GVW plates