Ford F-150 Pickup Truck Chassis Returned from Japan
A Ford F-150 pickup truck chassis exported from the US for testing or demonstration and returned within 3 years without any manufacturing alterations. Classified under HTS 9801.00.10.67 as a US-origin product from heading 8706 returned unchanged, qualifying for duty-free reimportation. No value advancement or condition improvement occurred abroad.
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
• Provide proof of US origin via manufacturer's affidavit or original export documentation to qualify for 9801.00.10.67 treatment
• File CBP Form 3311 or electronic export information to document original export date and ensure return within 3-year window
• Avoid any repairs or modifications abroad; even minor changes may disqualify from duty-free reimportation