New Lexus RX 450h SUV from Germany
The Lexus RX 450h is a luxury hybrid SUV featuring a 3.5L V6 spark-ignition engine paired with an electric motor for propulsion, with a total cylinder capacity exceeding 3,000 cc and only 4 cylinders. It falls under HTS 8703.40.00.60 as a new motor vehicle principally designed for transporting persons, not plug-in chargeable. This classification applies to its hybrid powertrain and new status per statistical notes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.5115%Passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of the European Union as specified in subdivision (n) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent
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 via manufacturer certification as unsold to end-users; include EPA emissions and DOT safety certifications
• Ensure VIN matches import docs to avoid used vehicle misclassification pitfalls