Returned Western Star 49X Truck from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Photographic evidence of condition both ways; single entry bond if needed; verify no foreign safety modifications; common pitfall is missing export declaration