Nissan Leaf Front Motor Assembly from Japan
Primary DC traction motor for Nissan Leaf electric hatchback (8703.80), providing mechanical power output of 80kW. Designed specifically for battery electric passenger vehicle propulsion. Falls under 8501.32.4500 as it's the main power source for listed EV subheadings.
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 vehicle type certification and motor power curve data to substantiate primary propulsion role
• Label clearly as 'EV Primary Drive Motor' to prevent confusion with auxiliary motors