Returned Apple iPhone 12 Pro

An Apple iPhone 12 Pro smartphone exported from the US for repair under warranty and returned unchanged in its essential character. It falls under HTS 9801.00.10.55 as a Chapter 85 article (telephones) returned within 3 years without advancement in value or improvement in condition beyond repair to original state. This provision allows duty-free re-entry for US goods restored abroad.

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.

8517Same rate: 10%

If entered without claiming return status

Regular classification for smartphones applies full MFN duties if not proven as US goods returned unchanged.

9802.00.40Same rate: 10%

If exported for repairs/alterations under warranty

Used for US goods temporarily exported for warranty service; requires proof of temporary export and return.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide proof of US origin via original invoice and export documentation to qualify for duty-free entry

Include warranty repair records showing no manufacturing improvements were made abroad

File within 3 years of export and declare under 9801.00.10.55 to avoid full Chapter 85 duties

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