Exported Peterbilt 389 Semi-Truck Returned from China
Peterbilt 389 tractor unit exported for test drives in Canada and returned after 18 months without modifications. Qualifies for HTS 9801.00.10.74 as a US-made chapter 87 vehicle (8701 tractors) returned within 3 years, unchanged and without value advancement abroad. Duty-free as 'other' reimported US product.
Duty Rate — China → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• File CBP Form 7501 with 9801.00.10.74 citation; maintain maintenance logs showing no foreign work; verify VIN matches export records; beware of foreign registration triggering regular duties