Returned US CNC Lathe Machine from China
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 — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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