2023 Mercedes-Benz S580 Sedan from Germany
Ultra-luxury sedan powered by a 4.0L twin-turbo V8 with cylinder deactivation simulating 6-cylinder operation (496 hp, 3,982 cc). New passenger car for 5, classified in HTS 8703.24.0150 by actual 6+ cylinder spark-ignition engine exceeding 3L.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.5115%Passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of the European Union as specified in subdivision (n) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent
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
• Provide technical specs sheet confirming fixed cylinder count, ignoring deactivation modes
• Budget for potential recalls or modifications required by DOT
• Use ISF filing 24 hours prior for ocean shipments