Plug-in Hybrid Box Truck 13.5-ton GVW from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.74.050%Articles as provided for in subdivision (e) 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