Honda Clarity Plug-in Hybrid from China
The Honda Clarity Plug-in Hybrid is a mid-size sedan that pairs a 1.5L Atkinson-cycle spark-ignition engine with a 181 hp electric motor for propulsion. It has a 17.0 kWh battery that can be recharged by plugging into an external power source, providing an electric-only range of 47 miles and a total range of 340 miles. This vehicle falls under tariff item 8703.60.90 as it is a motor car for passenger transport with both a spark-ignition engine and an electric motor, and its cylinder capacity exceeds 1,000 cc.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
Import Tips
• Ensure the vehicle's cylinder capacity (1.5L) is documented on the commercial invoice to confirm classification under 8703.60.90
• Verify that the vehicle meets Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) and obtain a letter of compliance from the manufacturer
• Be aware that imports without a quota allocation under the tariff-rate quota pay the far higher over-access rate