2023 Acura RLX Sport Hybrid Sedan

A luxury sedan with a 3.5L V6 spark-ignition primary engine (310 hp total system), 6 cylinders exceeding 3,000 cc, augmented by electric motors. As a new passenger car principally for persons, it fits HTS 8703.24.0150 based on the spark-ignition piston engine specs.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.5%+25.0%27.5%
🇲🇽Mexico2.5%2.5%
🇨🇦Canada2.5%2.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+15.0%15%
🇯🇵JapanFree+15.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8703.80.00Higher: 102.5% vs 27.5%

If primarily electric propulsion

Pure EVs or primarily electric vehicles classify under 8703.80, not internal combustion headings.

8703.24.01Same rate: 27.5%

If demo or loaner vehicle sold

Any transfer to ultimate purchaser makes it 'used' per chapter statistical notes.

8704.22Higher: 35% vs 27.5%

If truck-based with passenger intent

Vehicles like SUVs on truck chassis go to 8704, separate from car headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document hybrid system but classify by primary spark-ignition engine; EPA certification required

Use original manufacturer docs to prove new status and avoid statistical misreporting

Watch for undervaluation pitfalls; include all luxury features in declared value