Returned Nest Thermostat from Japan
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 — 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
• Document building project timelines proving temporary installation
• Remove from mounting before export to maintain portable status
• Preserve original software version for compliance