HTS 8704.52.00.50: US import duty from China
Motor vehicles for the transport of goods, Other, with both spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine and electric motor as motors for propulsion, G.V.W. exceeding 5 metric tons, G.V.W. exceeding 20 metric tons. Here is the full China to US duty stack and what it costs to land.
Duty rate & fees
| Charge | Rate |
|---|---|
| Base duty (MFN) | 25% |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | 25% |
| Total duty (on customs value) | 50% |
| Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) | 0.3464% (min $33.58, max $651.50) |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF), ocean | 0.125% |
Worked example: $10,000 shipment
| Customs value | $10,000.00 |
| Base duty (MFN) | $2,500.00 |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | $2,500.00 |
| Merchandise Processing Fee | $34.64 |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee | $12.50 |
| Total landed cost | $15,047.14 |
Excludes freight and insurance. Run your exact numbers in the calculator →
FAQ
What is the import duty on HTS 8704.52.00.50 from China?
Goods classified under HTS 8704.52.00.50 (Motor vehicles for the transport of goods, Other, with both spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine and electric motor as motors for propulsion, G.V.W. exceeding 5 metric tons, G.V.W. exceeding 20 metric tons) have a duty of 50% of the customs value on the China to US lane (base rate plus any Section 301 tariff), plus the Merchandise Processing Fee (0.3464%, min $33.58, max $651.50) and, for ocean shipments, the Harbor Maintenance Fee (0.125%).
What does HTS code 8704.52.00.50 cover?
Motor vehicles for the transport of goods, Other, with both spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine and electric motor as motors for propulsion, G.V.W. exceeding 5 metric tons, G.V.W. exceeding 20 metric tons. US Customs and Border Protection determines the final classification at entry.
How much does it cost to import HTS 8704.52.00.50 from China?
On a $10,000 shipment, the estimated total landed cost is $15,047, about 50.5% in duty and fees. Use the calculator for your exact value, quantity, and shipping mode.
Related codes in heading 8704
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- 8704.10.50.20Motor vehicles for the transport of goods, Dumpers designed for off-highway use, Other, Rear dump, With a capacity of <il>40.8 metric tons</il> or less
- 8704.10.50.30Motor vehicles for the transport of goods, Dumpers designed for off-highway use, Other, Rear dump, With a capacity exceeding <il>40.8 metric tons</il> but not exceeding <il>63.5 metric tons</il>
- 8704.10.50.40Motor vehicles for the transport of goods, Dumpers designed for off-highway use, Other, Rear dump, With a capacity exceeding <il>63.5 metric tons</il> but not exceeding <il>90.7 metric tons</il>
- 8704.10.50.50Motor vehicles for the transport of goods, Dumpers designed for off-highway use, Other, Rear dump, With a capacity exceeding <il>90.7 metric tons</il>
- 8704.10.50.60Motor vehicles for the transport of goods, Dumpers designed for off-highway use, Other, Other
- 8704.21.01.00Motor vehicles for the transport of goods, Other, with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), G.V.W. not exceeding <il>5 metric tons</il>
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Estimates for planning only. Final classification and duty are determined by U.S. Customs and Border Protection at entry. Rates from USITC HTSUS 2026-06-15-cn-us. The IEEPA reciprocal tariff was struck down (SCOTUS, 2026-02-20) and is excluded. Not legal or customs-broker advice.