Rivian EDV 700 Electric Passenger Van from China
The Rivian EDV 700 is an all-electric van designed for transporting 16 or more persons including the driver, featuring high-capacity battery and modular seating. Classified under HTS 8702.40.31.00 due to its electric-only propulsion and passenger transport capacity over 16. It's built for shuttle services with advanced autonomous driving aids.
Duty Rate — China → United States
112%
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.
9903.91.03100%Except as provided in heading 9903.91.10, effective with respect to entries on or after September 27, 2024, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (d) of U.S. note 31 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
• Submit detailed VIN and build sheets proving electric-only powertrain; hybrids misclassified risk penalties
• Include proof of seating configuration from manufacturer to substantiate 16+ capacity claim
• Prepare for DOT entry requirements; pitfall is inadequate crash test data for large electric vehicles