Apple iPhone 14 Pro from Japan
A premium smartphone returned to the US after export for warranty repair or demonstration abroad. Classified under HTS 9801.00.10.53 when returned within 3 years without advancement in value or improvement in condition beyond repair, with primary classification under heading 8517 for telephone sets.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide proof of US origin via original invoice or serial number records to qualify for duty-free reimport
• Include export documentation and proof of return within 3-year window; common pitfall is missing repair records
• Ensure no value-adding modifications occurred abroad; simple repairs maintain eligibility