Returned US Agricultural Testing Equipment from Japan
John Deere soil testing kit made in Iowa, exported for temporary foreign farm demonstration and returned for US agricultural research. Classifies under 9801.00.10.10 for ag demo use.
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
• Include farm demonstration schedules and cooperator agreements
• Clean soil thoroughly; residue triggers agricultural inspections
• USDA coordinates with CBP for ag equipment returns