US-Produced Passenger Rail Car Returned from Japan
A Bombardier BiLevel commuter rail car built in the US and temporarily exported for rail network testing, returned unchanged within 3 years. Classified under 9801.00.10.59 as US products returned after export provided for in Chapter 86 (railway or tramway passenger coaches).
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 original US production with manufacturer's affidavit; photograph condition upon return to prove no improvements; comply with FRA safety inspections for rail equipment