New Ford Escape PHEV ST-Line

Ford Escape PHEV ST-Line is a plug-in hybrid compact SUV with a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine and electric motor, chargeable via external power. It qualifies for HTS 8703.60.0020 as a new passenger vehicle with engine displacement between 1,500-3,000 cc and ≤4 cylinders.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.5%+100.0%102.5%
🇲🇽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.

8703.60.00.10Same rate: 102.5%

If cylinder capacity ≤1,500 cc

Lower displacement hybrids use different statistical breakout in the subheading.

8703.70.00Same rate: 102.5%

If electric motor dominant without spark-ignition

Pure electric vehicles (no ICE) classify under battery-powered propulsion heading.

8711.60.00Lower: 35% vs 102.5%

If motorcycle-style with ≤800 cc

Two-wheeled hybrids fall under motorcycles, not four-wheeled passenger cars.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit manufacturer's affidavit confirming new status and no prior title transfer to end-user

Document battery/charging specs to prove plug-in capability, preventing reclassification

Avoid pitfalls like undervaluation; use transaction value based on similar new imports