Hybrid Heavy Duty Box Truck

A heavy-duty box truck with a gross vehicle weight exceeding 20 metric tons, featuring both a spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine and an electric motor for propulsion. Designed specifically for transporting goods over long distances, it falls under HTS 8704.52.0050 due to its hybrid powertrain and high GVW classification for commercial freight hauling.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China25%+25.0%50%
🇲🇽Mexico25%—25%
🇨🇦Canada25%—25%
🇩🇪Germany25%—25%
🇯🇵Japan25%—25%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8704.22Lower: 35% vs 50%

If diesel-powered only, no electric motor

Pure diesel trucks without hybrid electric propulsion fall under compression-ignition engine subheading.

8706.00Lower: 11.4% vs 50%

If imported as chassis only, without body

Chassis fitted for motor vehicle transport of goods but without installed body classify in 8706.

8704.10Lower: 10% vs 50%

If GVW does not exceed 20 metric tons

GVW threshold determines subheading; vehicles 5-20 tons go to lower weight category.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify GVW certification from manufacturer exceeds 20 metric tons with detailed specs for customs declaration

• Provide EPA/CARB emissions compliance docs for hybrid systems to avoid delays at port

• Ensure VIN and chassis details match for new vehicles; used ones require title transfer proof