Stanley FatMax Adjustable Wrench
A 10-inch adjustable wrench exported from the US for use in overseas construction projects and returned after 2 years without modification. Classifies under HTS 9801.00.10.31 as a Chapter 82 tool returned within 3 years without advancement in value or condition improvement.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If repaired or refurbished abroad
Repaired tools lose 9801 eligibility and classify under Chapter 82 repair provisions with full duty assessment
If exported for warranty repairs
Warranty repair returns use 9802 provisions rather than 9801 for US goods sent abroad temporarily
If entered as new imported merchandise
Without proper US export proof, goods default to standard Chapter 82 classification and full MFN duties
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Retain original export documentation including commercial invoice and bill of lading to prove US origin and export date
• Conduct CBP inspection to confirm no foreign value added or repairs were performed abroad
• File entry with proper 9801.00.10.31 statistical reporting number and avoid common pitfalls like missing export proof
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