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Mercedes-Benz S580e Hybrid Luxury Sedan

The Mercedes-Benz S580e features a V8 spark-ignition engine with more than 6 cylinders combined with an electric motor for hybrid propulsion, exceeding 3,000 cc capacity. Classified under HTS 8703.40.0080 as a new passenger vehicle with non-plug-in hybrid system. Its luxury design prioritizes person transport.

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.

8703.33.01Same rate: 27.5%

If pure electric motor propulsion, no ICE

Battery electric vehicles without internal combustion engines go to dedicated EV heading.

8702.40Lower: 12% vs 27.5%

If imported as incomplete chassis with cab

Chapter note excludes cab-fitted chassis from complete vehicle headings.

8708.80.65Higher: 52.5% vs 27.5%

If hybrid powertrain components only

Separate importation of electric motors or batteries as parts, not assembled vehicle.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use manufacturer affidavits for engine cylinder verification; misstating as 6-or-fewer cylinders leads to wrong subheading

Document non-plug-in hybrid nature to avoid 8703.60; include battery specs

Prepare for CBP inspections on 'new' definition—title transfer history critical

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