Toyota Corolla Hybrid from Japan
The Toyota Corolla Hybrid is a compact sedan equipped with a spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine and electric motor for propulsion, featuring a cylinder capacity not exceeding 1,000 cc. It uses a non-plug-in hybrid system where the battery recharges via regenerative braking and the engine. This vehicle falls under HTS 8703.40.00.05 due to its hybrid powertrain and engine size designed primarily for passenger transport.
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 engine displacement certificate to confirm ≤1,000cc; ensure hybrid system documentation proves no external plug-in capability
• Comply with EPA emissions and NHTSA safety standards
• Watch for statistical reporting as 'new' if unsold to ultimate purchaser