Toyota Sienna Hybrid Minibus from Japan
A hybrid minibus variant of the Toyota Sienna with both spark-ignition engine and electric motor, configured to seat 16 or more persons including the driver. It falls under HTS 8702.30.31.00 due to its dual propulsion system and capacity for over 16 passengers. Primarily used for shuttle services or group transport.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12%
Rate breakdown
9903.74.0210%Buses and other vehicles classified in HTSUS heading 8702 as provided for in subdivision (c) of U.S. note 38 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
• Verify EPA and DOT certifications for hybrid systems and passenger capacity
• Provide detailed VIN and engine specs in entry docs
• Watch for undervaluation pitfalls in commercial shuttle imports