U.S. exports of Passenger Motor Vehicles, Not Elsewhere Specified (HS 870390) totaled $157.5M in August 2026.
Importers of Passenger Motor Vehicles, Not Elsewhere Specified paid $146K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 7.12% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Passenger Motor Vehicles, Not Elsewhere Specified imports of $2.1M in August 2026 ran 14% above the year-to-date monthly average of $1.8M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataClassified as a residual catch-all, this heading captures passenger motor vehicles that do not fit any of the more specific powertrain-defined headings in Chapter 87—such as vehicles with novel propulsion systems not yet enumerated in the schedule. With a single 10-digit line (8703900100), classification here typically requires a binding ruling or advance consultation with CBP to confirm that no other heading applies. South Africa and the United Kingdom are the leading suppliers, a supplier profile that reflects niche vehicle types—such as hydrogen fuel-cell prototypes or specialty vehicles—exported from those markets.
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Vehicles with propulsion systems not explicitly enumerated elsewhere in heading 8703—such as hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles, compressed-natural-gas vehicles, or other alternative-fuel configurations—may fall here if no more specific heading applies. Because this is a residual provision, importers should seek a CBP binding ruling before shipment to confirm correct classification and avoid potential penalties.
Yes. Because 870390 is a catch-all, CBP scrutinizes entries here carefully to ensure no more specific heading applies. A binding ruling request submitted in advance provides legal certainty on classification and protects the importer from retroactive reclassification. Consulting a licensed customs broker with automotive classification experience is strongly recommended.
Subheading 6 of 14 in heading 8703
Subheading 870390 · $157.5M of $3.7B
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8703900100 | Passenger Motor Vehicles, NESOI | $2.1M | 7.12% | 68.24% | $146K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8703900100 | Passenger Motor Vehicles, NESOI | $157.5M |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
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$2.1MYoY · free account
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$157.5MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $23.8M of Passenger Motor Vehicles, Not Elsewhere Specified and exported $1.8B.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Exports · August 2026
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31.8% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 7.12% of imports for consumption.