Articles provided for in chapter 71
Products of the United States when returned after having been exported, or any other products when returned within 3 years after having been exported, without having been advanced in value or improved in condition by any process of manufacture or other means while abroad > Other: > Articles provided for in chapter 71
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Products classified under HTS 9801.00.10.30
14K Gold Wedding Band Returned from Export
A 14 karat gold wedding band exported from the US for appraisal or cleaning and returned within 3 years without any manufacturing alterations. This jewelry falls under HTS 9801.00.10.30 as a Chapter 71 article returned after export, meeting the criteria of no value advancement or condition improvement while abroad. It qualifies for duty-free re-entry as a US product properly documented.
Pearl Necklace Exported and Returned
Freshwater pearl strand necklace on 14K gold clasp, US manufactured and exported for exhibition then returned unchanged. Qualifies under 9801.00.10.30 as Chapter 71 article returned within 3 years without condition improvement. Perfect for trade show returns or overseas display purposes.
18K Gold Chain Repatriated
Handcrafted 18K yellow gold Figaro chain exported from US for photography and returned without alteration. Falls under HTS 9801.00.10.30 as Chapter 71 US product returned within 3 years, no manufacturing processes applied abroad. Ideal for jewelers participating in international jewelry shows.
Emerald Earrings US Product Returned
14K white gold stud earrings with natural emeralds, exported for catalog photography and returned unchanged. Qualifies for 9801.00.10.30 as Chapter 71 US-made jewelry within 3-year return window, no foreign value enhancement. Common for jewelry brand marketing exports.
Platinum Wedding Ring Set Returned
Matching his-and-hers platinum wedding ring set exported for bridal show display and returned. Classifiable under HTS 9801.00.10.30 as Chapter 71 articles returned within 3 years without manufacturing abroad. Perfect example of trade show temporary export returns.
Cufflinks 14K Gold Returned
14K gold monogram cufflinks exported for corporate gift approval overseas and returned. Qualifies under 9801.00.10.30 as Chapter 71 US-made articles returned within 3 years without improvement. Business gifting export return scenario.
Turquoise and Silver Necklace Returned
Sterling silver Navajo-style necklace with turquoise gemstones, US artisan made and exported for gallery showing. Classifiable 9801.00.10.30 as Chapter 71 article returned within 3 years, no foreign beading or assembly. Native American jewelry market export return.
Opal Pendant Gold Chain Returned
Australian opal pendant on 14K gold chain, US assembled and exported for gem show then returned. HTS 9801.00.10.30 applies as Chapter 71 finished jewelry returned within 3 years without alteration. Gem and mineral show standard return.
Men's Gold Signet Ring Returned
18K gold men's signet ring with family crest, exported for engraving approval and returned blank. Qualifies 9801.00.10.30 as Chapter 71 US product within 3-year return window, no foreign engraving performed. Custom jewelry pre-production export.
Ladies Pearl Stud Earrings Returned
14K gold ladies pearl stud earrings exported for bridal salon display and returned. Classifiable under 9801.00.10.30 Chapter 71 within 3 years, no foreign setting work performed. Bridal industry sample export return.
Gold Bangle Bracelet US Returned
18K gold hinged bangle bracelet manufactured in US, exported for charity auction preview and returned unsold. HTS 9801.00.10.30 Chapter 71 article returned within 3 years without alteration. Charity auction inventory return scenario.
Diamond Tennis Bracelet Returned
Platinum diamond tennis bracelet with 2.00ctw returned after overseas celebrity endorsement photoshoot. Qualifies 9801.00.10.30 as Chapter 71 US luxury jewelry within 3-year window, no foreign prong work performed. High-end marketing export return.
Diamond Engagement Ring US Returned
A US-made diamond solitaire engagement ring in 18K white gold returned after overseas photography session or insurance appraisal. Classifiable under 9801.00.10.30 as Chapter 71 jewelry exported and returned within 3 years without improvement. No setting alterations or value advancement occurred abroad, preserving duty-free eligibility.
Ruby and Sapphire Bracelet Returned
US-crafted platinum bracelet with rubies and sapphires returned after overseas insurance valuation. Classified under 9801.00.10.30 as Chapter 71 gemstone jewelry exported and returned within 3 years without improvement. Maintains original settings and condition from US manufacture.
Gold Hoop Earrings Repatriated
18K gold large hoop earrings manufactured in US, exported for fashion week and returned unchanged. Falls under 9801.00.10.30 as Chapter 71 jewelry product within 3-year window, no foreign processing applied. Fashion industry standard for runway show returns.