US Tramway Vehicle Returned

US-built light rail tram vehicle exported for urban transit demonstration abroad and returned in original condition within 3 years. Qualifies under 9801.00.10.59 as Chapter 86 tramway passenger vehicle that is US product returned after export.

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.

8703.80.00Higher: 102.5% vs 10%

If classified as motor vehicle for public transport

Chapter 87 for road vehicles vs Chapter 86 for railway/tramway vehicles

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document demonstration lease agreement; conduct condition inspection upon return; file electronic export information for both export and reimport

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