Toyota Prius Prime Plug-in Hybrid from Germany
The Toyota Prius Prime is a compact hatchback with a 2.0L spark-ignition internal combustion engine paired with an electric motor, featuring a plug-in rechargeable battery for up to 25 miles of electric-only range. It falls under HTS 8703.60.00 as a motor vehicle principally designed for passenger transport with dual propulsion systems chargeable from an external power source.
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
• Verify EPA fuel economy labels and CARB certifications for US import compliance, as PHEVs require emissions testing
• Include detailed battery specifications and charging system docs to confirm plug-in capability during customs review
• Avoid misclassification as pure EV by providing engine performance data; common pitfall leads to higher duties