Craftsman 24oz Ball Peen Hammer from Germany
A ball peen hammer exported for factory installation project abroad and returned after 18 months in original condition. Qualifies for 9801.00.10.31 as Chapter 82 hand tool returned without improvement or value addition.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
Import Tips
• Provide manufacturer's serial number matching export records to establish continuity of goods
• Avoid cleaning or repackaging that could suggest condition improvement triggering full duties
• Use CBP Form 7501 with proper 9801 annotation and supporting export manifests