Used Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 2.5L from Japan
A used mid-size SUV with a 2.5L spark-ignition engine and electric motor hybrid system, plug-in rechargeable, designed primarily for passenger transport. Cylinder capacity of 2,487 cc falls within 1,501-3,000 cc range, and prior sale to ultimate purchaser qualifies it as 'used' under statistical notes for heading 8703. Presented as a complete vehicle, not a chassis or tractor.
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
• Verify odometer reading and service history to prove 'used' status per statistical notes; obtain EPA/DOT certifications for hybrid emissions and safety
• Common pitfall: misclassifying low-mileage dealer demos as new