Used Freightliner Cascadia Returned from Germany
Freightliner Cascadia sleeper cab truck exported for Canadian demonstration fleet and returned within 2.5 years unmodified. Classified HTS 9801.00.10.74 as US-made chapter 87 vehicle returned after export without advancement in value or condition improvement abroad.
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
• Timestamped photos at export/import help prove condition; declare value as depreciated US export value; ensure continuous US ownership; avoid foreign lease arrangements