Chevrolet Silverado Chassis Cab Returned from Japan
Chevrolet Silverado 3500 chassis cab exported for fleet evaluation and returned unchanged within 3 years. Falls under HTS 9801.00.10.67 as US-origin product from heading 8704, imported by original owner without any foreign processing. Common for commercial fleet testing programs.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Commercial importers should maintain fleet management records showing export for evaluation and unchanged return
• Photograph vehicle condition at export and import to document no alterations occurred during foreign stay
• Ensure GVWR documentation matches original specifications to avoid reclassification as different vehicle type