Nissan Leaf S (2023 Base Model) from Japan
The Nissan Leaf S is a new compact electric hatchback with an EPA-rated range of 149 miles, propelled solely by electric motors for personal transport. It qualifies under 8703.80.0020 as a new vehicle designed for passenger transport with range not exceeding 250 miles. Features include a 40 kWh battery and front-wheel drive.
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.
9903.03.060%Articles of iron or steel, derivative articles of iron or steel, articles of aluminum, derivative articles of aluminum, passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks and parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks, semiconductor articles, semi-finished copper and intensive copper derivative products, wood products, or medium- and heavy-duty vehicles or medium- and heavy-duty vehicle parts, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include official EPA range label and Monroney sticker copies to substantiate range claim during customs entry
• Confirm no auxiliary ICE components; pure EV status requires detailed propulsion system specs
• For statistical reporting, certify as 'new' with manufacturer affidavit if previously unsold