Returned Nest Thermostat from China

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 — China → 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

Returned Nest Thermostat from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 9801.00.10.55