Mercedes-Benz Vito Hybrid Cargo Van from Germany
Mid-size panel van featuring a gasoline engine paired with electric motor for plug-in hybrid operation, optimized for urban goods delivery. Classified in 8704.51.00 due to its hybrid powertrain and GVW below 5 tons for commercial freight.
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
• Include detailed powertrain specs confirming both spark-ignition and electric motors to justify 8704.51 classification
• Comply with FMVSS safety standards certification for motor vehicles entering the US market
• Watch for common pitfalls like incorrect GVW declaration leading to duty reassessment