Plug-in Hybrid Box Truck 13.5-ton GVW from Japan
A plug-in hybrid box truck featuring spark-ignition engine and electric motor, with enclosed cargo area for logistics, GVW 13.5 metric tons. Classified in 8704.52.00.30 for goods transport vehicles with hybrid propulsion in the 12-15 ton range. Meets chapter definition excluding tractors or chassis-only imports.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• Include battery specs and charging system details in entry docs for hybrid verification
• Label as 'new' per statistical notes if unsold to end-user; used trucks require title transfer proof
• Avoid common pitfall of incomplete GVW plating, which triggers CBP measurement