New Lexus LS 500h Hybrid Sedan

The Lexus LS 500h is a luxury hybrid sedan featuring a V6 engine with hybrid assist exceeding 6 cylinders total capacity, combined spark-ignition and electric motor propulsion not plug-in chargeable, with engine displacement between 1,500-3,000 cc. It falls under HTS 8703.40.0040 as a new other vehicle principally for passenger transport meeting the specific engine and hybrid criteria. Presented unsold to end-user, qualifying as 'new' per statistical notes.

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.

8703.23.01Same rate: 27.5%

If spark-ignition hybrid but plug-in chargeable

Plug-in hybrids capable of external charging shift to 8703.80 subheading regardless of cylinder capacity.

8703.24.01Same rate: 27.5%

If diesel/electric hybrid (compression-ignition)

Compression-ignition hybrids classify under 8703.40 but diesel heading 8703.24 for non-plug-in.

8703.90.01.00Higher: 102.5% vs 27.5%

If used vehicle after first retail sale

Statistical notes require 'used' reporting post first sale to ultimate purchaser, changing to other statistical suffixes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify 'new' status with manufacturer certification showing no prior sale to end-user; obtain EPA/CARB emissions certificates for hybrid drivetrain

Ensure VIN confirms cylinder count and displacement; common pitfall is misclassifying plug-in variants under 8703.80

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