Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus from Japan
The Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus is a compact electric sedan with an EPA-rated range of 263 miles, but classified under 8703.80.0020 when declared with a range not exceeding 250 miles due to specific testing or configuration. It features only electric motors for propulsion and is principally designed for transporting persons. This new vehicle has not been sold to an ultimate purchaser.
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 EPA range certification documentation to confirm classification under the ≤250 miles subheading; exceeding may shift to 8703.80.0050
• Provide detailed battery specs and motor configuration to avoid misclassification as hybrid under 8703.70