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Used Lexus LS 500h Hybrid Sedan

A luxury full-size sedan with a 3.5L V6 spark-ignition engine paired with an electric motor for hybrid propulsion, cylinder capacity exceeding 3,000 cc. Classified under HTS 8703.40.00.90 as a used vehicle principally designed for passenger transport, not plug-in chargeable. Meets criteria for 'used' per statistical notes as title transferred to ultimate purchaser.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.5%+50.0%52.5%
🇲🇽Mexico2.5%+25.0%27.5%
🇨🇦Canada2.5%+25.0%27.5%
🇩🇪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: 52.5%

If plug-in hybrid capable of external charging

Vehicles rechargeable by plugging into external power source shift to 8703.23, excluding them from 8703.40 hybrid category.

8703.60.00Higher: 127.5% vs 52.5%

If hybrid with cylinder capacity not exceeding 3,000 cc

Smaller engine hybrids fall under 8703.60, differentiated by cylinder capacity threshold.

8702.10Lower: 12% vs 52.5%

If designed for commercial passenger transport like buses

Vehicles principally for 10+ passengers classify in 8702, not personal transport in 8703.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify 'used' status with original title and odometer reading over 1,000 miles to avoid new vehicle misclassification

• Obtain EPA/DOT certification for emissions/safety on hybrids over 3L

• Prepare detailed VIN history and service records for customs valuation