Volkswagen Golf Diesel Hybrid 1.4L from Japan
The Volkswagen Golf Diesel Hybrid is a compact hatchback utilizing a 1.4L diesel engine with an electric assist motor in a self-charging hybrid configuration for daily passenger use. HTS 8703.50.00.10 applies due to the specific dual-motor diesel-electric propulsion under 1,500 cc. Distinguished from plug-in variants or pure diesels.
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
• Use VIN decoding and service manuals to verify hybrid system and engine displacement
• For used imports, provide bill of sale showing first transfer to ultimate purchaser
• Ensure no cab-only chassis configuration to avoid 8706 exclusion