Fire Engine Pumper Truck from Germany
A specialized motor vehicle equipped with water pumps, hoses, and ladders primarily designed for firefighting operations. It falls under HTS 8705.90.00.80 as a special purpose vehicle not principally for transporting persons or goods, but for fire suppression and emergency response.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
9903.74.050%Articles as provided for in subdivision (e) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
Import Tips
• Verify compliance with FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards) and obtain EPA certification for engines
• Provide detailed vehicle specifications including GVWR and chassis details to avoid misclassification