Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Headphones from Japan
Premium noise-cancelling wireless headphones returned after US export for market testing abroad. Falls under HTS 9801.00.10.53 when associated with heading 8518 (microphones/receivers) or 8519 components, returned unchanged within 3 years.
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
• Include manufacturer's serial number records linking to original US production
• Provide temporary export carnet if used for international exhibitions
• Watch for misclassification as new imports; maintain detailed condition reports