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Temporary Export Smart Fortwo Returned

Smart Fortwo microcar temporarily exported for US press fleet evaluation abroad, returned unaltered. HTS 9801.00.10.63 covers this heading 8701 vehicle as US product returned timely without improvement.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+12.5%12.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9817.00.96Same rate: 12.5%

If for professional equipment use abroad

Press/test vehicles may qualify under 9817 professional equipment provisions

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Press fleet export permits speed clearance; condition reports mandatory

• Pitfall: media decals considered alterations