Ford F-650 Hybrid Box Truck from Germany
A medium-duty hybrid box truck with a spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine and electric motor for propulsion, designed for urban goods delivery with a GVW of 7.5 metric tons. It falls under HTS 8704.52.0010 due to its hybrid powertrain and GVW range exceeding 5 but not exceeding 9 metric tons. The enclosed cargo box facilitates secure transport of palletized goods.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
50%
Rate breakdown
9903.74.0125%Medium- and heavy-duty vehicles as provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
Import Tips
• Verify GVW certification from manufacturer matches 5-9 ton range to avoid reclassification
• Ensure EPA/CARB emissions compliance for hybrid engines; provide detailed powertrain specs
• Obtain DOT Form 3520-1 for motor vehicles and check state-specific registration rules