Toyota Hilux Diesel Pickup Truck (2.8L Diesel, <1.5L Variant) from Japan
A compact diesel-powered pickup truck from Toyota's Hilux line, equipped with a compression-ignition engine under 1,500 cc cylinder capacity, principally designed for transporting persons with utility hauling capability. It falls under HTS 8703.31.0100 due to its diesel engine size and vehicle classification as a motor vehicle for persons, excluding heading 8702 tractors. This statistical reporting number captures new or used vehicles meeting these specs.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.4115%Passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of Japan provided for in subdivision (k) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 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 'new' status per statistical notes (unsold to end-user) vs 'used' for accurate reporting; obtain EPA certification for diesel emissions compliance
• Ensure VIN and engine specs documentation matches HTS cylinder limit to avoid reclassification