Returned Western Star 49X Truck from Japan
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 — 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
• Photographic evidence of condition both ways; single entry bond if needed; verify no foreign safety modifications; common pitfall is missing export declaration