Mercedes-Benz Vito Hybrid Panel Van from Germany
A light commercial panel van featuring a gasoline spark-ignition engine paired with an electric motor for plug-in hybrid operation, optimized for urban goods delivery. G.V.W. under 2.5 tons places it in HTS 8704.51.00.20 for hybrid goods transport vehicles.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.94.500%Passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of the European Union as specified in subdivision (n) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 15 percent.
Import Tips
• Submit detailed propulsion specs showing integrated spark-ignition and electric motors to customs for accurate dual-motor classification
• Label as 'cargo van' with photos evidencing minimal or no rear seating to affirm goods transport purpose
• Comply with FMVSS safety standards; common pitfall is missing VIN and manufacturer plate verification