BMW X5 xDrive45de Plug-in Hybrid from Japan
BMW's X5 xDrive45de features a 3.0L inline-6 diesel engine paired with an electric motor in a plug-in hybrid system rechargeable via external power. This mid-size luxury SUV offers seating for 5-7 passengers and all-wheel drive. It qualifies for HTS 8703.70.00 as a passenger vehicle with diesel-electric propulsion and external charging.
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
• Submit technical specifications confirming both diesel and electric motors contribute to propulsion
• Prepare for FMVSS compliance testing specific to hybrid vehicle safety systems
• Document battery capacity and charging voltage to validate plug-in classification