Returned Nest Thermostat from Canada
Google Nest smart thermostat exported for building demo and returned. Qualifies under HTS 9801.00.10.55 as Chapter 85 control apparatus returned within 3 years unchanged. No value-adding processes abroad.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document building project timelines proving temporary installation
• Remove from mounting before export to maintain portable status
• Preserve original software version for compliance