Kia Optima Body Shell
Complete shell for Kia Optima sedan, unpainted. It is a body for a passenger car of heading 87.03, so it is classified under tariff item 8707.10.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6% | — | 6% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the body is imported as separate panels or subassemblies
Separate body parts are classified under 8708, not as a complete body.
If the body is for a vehicle other than a passenger car
This alternative covers bodies for vehicles of headings 87.01, 87.02, 87.04, and 87.05.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the shell does not include any parts of general use, such as bolts or washers, which are classified separately
• Keep documentation showing the shell is for a passenger car, not a commercial vehicle
• Consider whether the shell qualifies for duty-free treatment under a free trade agreement
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Box Truck Delivery Body
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Cab-Chassis Body Interface Kit
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