Fire Fighting Pumper Truck from China
A motor vehicle outfitted with water pumps, hoses, and tanks specifically for firefighting operations. Classified in HTS 8705.90.00 as a fire fighting vehicle, emphasizing its special purpose beyond mere transport.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
Import Tips
• Obtain NFPA compliance certifications and include fire pump ratings in import docs to substantiate classification
• Declare exact water tank capacity and pump GPM to distinguish from ambulances or transport trucks
• Ensure cab is integral; separate chassis with cab would shift to 8702-8704 per chapter notes