Returned US CNC Lathe Machine from Canada
US-made CNC lathe exported for customer demonstration abroad, returned after 14 months without modification. Chapter 84 metalworking machinery qualifies for HTS 9801.00.10.45 when returned within 3 years without advancement in value or condition improvement.
Duty Rate — Canada → 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
• Maintain detailed maintenance logs showing no foreign repairs or alterations during export period
• Use original US manufacturing labels/serial numbers as primary evidence of origin and condition
• File entry with CBP before 3-year deadline to preserve duty-free eligibility