New Mercedes-Benz S580e Plug-in Hybrid Sedan from Germany
Mercedes-Benz S580e is a flagship luxury plug-in hybrid with a 6-cylinder spark-ignition engine surpassing 3,000 cc, integrated electric motor, and external charging capability. It qualifies for HTS 8703.60.00.70 as a new passenger vehicle with the exact cylinder range specified. Primarily for personal transport with advanced hybrid propulsion.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.5115%Passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of the European Union as specified in subdivision (n) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent
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 OEM letter confirming production date and no prior title transfer to meet 'new' criteria
• Label battery and charging specs clearly; common issue is undervaluation of hybrid components
• Ensure no interchangeable tractor equipment per chapter notes to avoid reclassification