Aluminum Fuel Tanker Semi-Trailer from Germany
A semi-trailer designed specifically for transporting liquid fuels like gasoline or diesel, featuring cylindrical aluminum tanks with baffles for stability. It falls under HTS 8716.31.00.00 as a tanker semi-trailer for goods transport, distinct from dry goods haulers. Mounted on a fifth-wheel coupling for tractor attachment.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify ASME or DOT certification for pressure vessels to avoid CBP holds; provide detailed tank material specs and capacity documentation; check state-specific hazmat transport regulations