Suzuki Alto Works
The Suzuki Alto Works is a compact kei car with a 660cc turbocharged spark-ignition engine, designed primarily for urban passenger transport. It falls under HTS 8703.21.0150 as a motor vehicle with a cylinder capacity not exceeding 1,000 cc and spark-ignition piston engine, classified as 'other' due to its small size and non-SUV body style.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If cylinder capacity exceeds 1,000 cc but ≤1,500 cc
Vehicles with engines over 1,000 cc shift to the next cylinder capacity subheading within the same spark-ignition category.
If equipped with a diesel engine instead of spark-ignition
Diesel-powered passenger vehicles fall under separate headings distinguished by engine type, not spark-ignition.
If imported as a chassis with engine but without body/cab
Chapter notes exclude chassis fitted with cabs from parts headings; body-less chassis classify under 8708 for components.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify 'new' vs 'used' status per statistical notes; new vehicles must not have been sold beyond manufacturer/dealer chain
• Ensure EPA/DOT compliance for emissions and safety standards; small engines may qualify for exemptions but require certification
• Provide detailed VIN, engine specs, and proof of cylinder capacity ≤1,000cc to avoid misclassification into higher CC headings
Related Products under HTS 8703.21.01.50
Daihatsu Mira Es
The Daihatsu Mira Es is a lightweight kei car featuring a 658cc spark-ignition engine, optimized for city driving and seating four passengers. Classified in HTS 8703.21.0150 for its sub-1,000 cc engine and 'other' passenger vehicle design, excluding station wagons or racing variants.
Honda N-Box Custom
The Honda N-Box Custom is a tall mini-MPV kei car with a 658cc spark-ignition piston engine, built for passenger transport in tight urban spaces. It qualifies for HTS 8703.21.0150 as an 'other' vehicle under 1,000 cc, not fitting bus or truck definitions.
Nissan March NISMO S
The Nissan March NISMO S is a sporty subcompact hatchback with a 1,198cc spark-ignition engine downsized for certain markets to under 1,000cc variants. It fits HTS 8703.21.0150 as an 'other' passenger car not exceeding 1,000 cc cylinder capacity.
Mazda Autozam AZ-Wagon
The Mazda Autozam AZ-Wagon is a classic kei microvan with 660cc spark-ignition engine for passenger use. HTS 8703.21.0150 applies to its sub-1,000 cc capacity and general passenger vehicle design.
Mitsubishi Toppo
The Mitsubishi Toppo is a retro kei tall-wagon with 660cc spark-ignition piston engine for urban passenger transport. As an 'other' vehicle under 1,000 cc, it aligns with HTS 8703.21.0150.
Suzuki Lapin
Suzuki Lapin is a kei city car with 660cc spark-ignition engine, focused on efficient passenger mobility. Fits 'other' category in HTS 8703.21.0150.