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Returned Exported Ford F-150 Passenger Variant from Germany

Ford F-150 configured for passenger transport (under 10 seats) exported from US for demonstration abroad and returned unchanged within 3 years. Classifies under 9801.00.10.64 as heading 8702 article returned without value advancement per chapter notes.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%

Import Tips

Confirm vehicle configuration meets heading 8702 (designed for ≤9 passengers); obtain CBP pre-approval if borderline SUV/truck

Document entire export-return timeline meticulously; audits common for high-value vehicles to prevent duty evasion

Avoid common pitfall of minor cleaning/polishing being interpreted as 'improvement'; provide as-is photos from export