Fitbit Charge 6 Fitness Tracker

Wrist-based fitness tracker exported for clinical study abroad, returned. Qualifies via 9801.00.10.53 and heading 8517 wireless functions, within 3 years.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8517.62.00Higher: 32.5% vs 10%

If new fitness wearable

Wearables with wireless health monitoring; standard duties apply.

9018.19.95Higher: 35% vs 10%

If medical instrument classification

Electro-medical apparatus; Chapter 90 alternative for health devices.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Clinical trial protocols document export purpose

Google/Fitbit serial verification confirms US manufacture

Calibrate to original factory settings before reimport

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