New Mercedes-Benz S580e Hybrid Sedan from Japan
Mercedes S580e features inline-6 hybrid with electric boost >6 cyl performance, non-PHEV spark-ignition/electric, 1,500-3,000 cc passenger luxury sedan. Classifies under HTS 8703.40.0040 for new vehicles with >6 cylinder engines in specified hybrid category.
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
• DOT HS-7 form for safety standards; engine cylinder count via service manual excerpts
• Avoid demo vehicle misclassification as 'new'