Returned Exported Nissan Leaf EV Hatchback from Japan
US-assembled Nissan Leaf electric passenger car exported for demo program, returned within 3 years unmodified. 9801.00.10.64 applies to this heading 8702 EV per chapter statistical notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Battery health certification from manufacturer required for EVs
• No foreign fast-charging history that could imply wear/improvement
• Declare all software versions; OTA updates disqualify