Ford F-550 Hybrid Delivery Truck from Japan
Ford F-550 hybrid features spark-ignition engine paired with electric motor for urban goods delivery, with GVW over 5 tons for heavy payloads. Built for commercial freight transport with reinforced frame. Falls under 8704.52.00 for hybrid heavy goods vehicles.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.74.050%Articles as provided for in subdivision (e) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Include detailed propulsion specs showing both spark-ignition and electric motor integration for proper hybrid classification
• Comply with FMVSS safety standards certification for vehicles over 5 tons GVW entering US commerce
• Avoid common pitfall of undervaluing GVW which leads to audits and penalties