New Volkswagen Jetta TDI Sedan

A compact sedan featuring a 2.0-liter turbocharged diesel engine with approximately 2,000 cc displacement, designed primarily for passenger transport. It falls under HTS 8703.32.0110 as a new diesel vehicle with cylinder capacity between 1,500 cc and 2,500 cc, not previously sold to an ultimate purchaser. This classification applies to vehicles assembled but only transferred among manufacturers, distributors, or dealers.

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.

8703.22.01Same rate: 27.5%

If spark-ignition gasoline engine

Gasoline engines (not compression-ignition diesel) shift to 8703.22 for vehicles in the same cylinder capacity range.

8703.33.01Same rate: 27.5%

If cylinder capacity exceeds 2,500 cc

Larger diesel engines over 2,500 cc fall into the next cylinder capacity subheading within 8703.33.

8704.22Higher: 35% vs 27.5%

If designed for transporting goods rather than persons

Vehicles principally for cargo like delivery vans classify under 8704, not passenger cars in 8703.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify 'new' status per statistical notes with manufacturer certification to avoid misclassification as used; ensure EPA and DOT compliance for diesel emissions and safety standards; prepare detailed engine specs documentation for CBP cylinder capacity verification