BMW i3 Electric Propulsion Motor from Japan
High-efficiency DC motor providing primary mechanical power for BMW i3 electric city car (8703.80). Synchronous design optimized for EV drivetrain, within specified power parameters. Meets exact criteria of 8501.32.4500 for designated electric vehicles.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.4315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of Japan as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter.
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
• Include engineering drawings showing integration with EV controller and battery systems
• Customs may request vehicle VIN compatibility lists for classification verification