New Mercedes-Benz S580e Hybrid Sedan from Germany
Mercedes-Benz S580e Hybrid sedan has a 3.0L inline-6 with electric motor, >3,000 cc, self-charging for passenger use. Classifies as new under HTS 8703.40.00.70 for 5-6 cylinder spark-ignition hybrids.
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
• Include ADAMS auto data for safety homologation
• Statistical 'new' requires no prior ultimate sale
• Beware valuation disputes on luxury options