Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Hybrid Box Truck 4T from Germany
A box truck variant of the Sprinter with hybrid powertrain (spark-ignition ICE + electric), GVW 4 metric tons, used for parcel delivery. Classified in 8704.51.00.40 for its goods transport purpose and dual-motor propulsion within the specified weight range.
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
• Provide detailed hybrid system specs and GVW plate documentation; common pitfall is incorrect weight reporting leading to reassignment
• Ensure FMVSS compliance for commercial trucks; label as 'new' if unsold to end-user