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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%+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.

8703.23.01Same rate: 27.5%

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: 102.5% vs 27.5%

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 27.5%

If designed for commercial passenger transport like buses

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

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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