Channellock 460 16-Inch Tongue & Groove Pliers from Japan
Heavy-duty groove joint pliers exported for plumbing operations overseas and returned after 20 months in original condition. Qualifies as Chapter 82 tool under 9801.00.10.31 reimport provision.
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
• Document export via manufacturer's shipping records and US export declaration
• CBP may require disassembly inspection for concealed foreign alterations
• Time entry carefully; 3-year clock starts from original export date