Apple MacBook Air M3 from Germany
Apple's MacBook Air M3 is a lightweight laptop under 10 kg featuring an Apple M3 chip as the central processing unit, backlit keyboard, and Liquid Retina display. Classified under HTS 8471.30.0100 for its all-in-one portable design supporting professional and consumer computing needs.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.5315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of the European Union as specified in subdivision (o) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter) rate of duty under column1 less than 15 percent.
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Provide Apple spec sheets confirming components; customs often scrutinizes high-value brands for undervaluation
• Comply with Section 301 tariffs if from China; use HTS lookup tools for latest rates
• Label batteries separately if removable to avoid hazardous material delays