US Export Static Inverter Returned for Inspection from Japan
Solar power static inverter (5 kW) exported for regulatory inspection abroad and returned within 2.5 years unaltered. Classified in 9801.00.10.51 as heading 8504 product (static converters) meeting US returned goods criteria.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Submit inspection reports proving no condition improvement; verify US origin with manufacturing records; avoid entries near 3-year limit without extension request