Returned Exported Tesla Model 3 Sedan from Japan
US-manufactured Tesla Model 3 electric sedan exported for international auto show and returned within 3 years without software updates, repairs, or hardware changes. Qualifies under 9801.00.10.64 for heading 8702 electric passenger vehicles returned unmodified.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Certify battery state-of-charge and software version match export condition; updates count as 'improvement'