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Tesla Model 3 Long Range Sedan from Germany

The Tesla Model 3 Long Range is a compact electric sedan designed primarily for transporting persons, featuring a single electric motor propulsion system with over 300 miles of range. It falls under HTS 8703.80.00 as a motor vehicle principally for passenger transport powered solely by electric motors, excluding diesel or gasoline engines. This classification applies to finished consumer electric vehicles not fitting other specific subheadings.

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 and NHTSA compliance certifications for electric vehicles, including range and safety standards, before importation

Obtain a Clean Air Act certificate from the manufacturer and ensure battery documentation meets DOT hazardous materials rules

Avoid misclassification as chassis by confirming complete passenger-ready configuration with cab and interior