Mercedes-Benz A-Class Diesel Hybrid 1.5L from Japan
The Mercedes-Benz A-Class Diesel Hybrid is a subcompact hatchback with a 1.5L compression-ignition engine and electric motor in a mild-hybrid setup for passenger transport. It matches HTS 8703.50.00.10 as a non-plug-in vehicle with both propulsion types and cylinder capacity not exceeding 1,500 cc. Excluded from pure electric or plug-in categories.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.4115%Passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of Japan provided for in subdivision (k) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter.
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
• Provide homologation certificates confirming EU emissions standards compatible with US requirements
• Document cylinder bore/stroke measurements to prove ≤1,500 cc capacity
• Check for interchangeable equipment; if presented with tractor tools, they classify separately per chapter notes