Returned Western Star 49X Truck from Germany
Western Star 49X heavy-duty truck exported for Australian mining evaluation, returned after 11 months in original condition. Qualifies HTS 9801.00.10.74 as chapter 87 vehicle - US product reimported within 3 years without manufacturing or value enhancement 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
• Photographic evidence of condition both ways; single entry bond if needed; verify no foreign safety modifications; common pitfall is missing export declaration