Repossessed US Tugboat
US-built tugboat repossessed from foreign buyer and returned within 3 years without repairs or improvements. Qualifies for HTS 9801.00.10.89 as Chapter 89 vessel product of the US returned after export.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If standard tugboat classification
Applies when Chapter 98 return provisions don't qualify
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include repossession legal documents; verify no foreign enhancements; coordinate with USCG for inspection upon return
Related Products under HTS 9801.00.10.89
US Workboat Returned
US-built utility workboat for construction support, temporarily exported and returned without alterations within 3 years. HTS 9801.00.10.89 for Chapter 89 vessels.
Returned US Speedboat
High-performance US-manufactured speedboat exported for races abroad, repatriated unchanged within 3 years. Qualifies under HTS 9801.00.10.89 Chapter 89.
Returned US Pontoon Boat
Recreational pontoon boat of US manufacture exported for expo display and repatriated unchanged within 3 years. Qualifies under HTS 9801.00.10.89 for Chapter 89 floating structures.
Repatriated US Pilot Boat
US-constructed harbor pilot boat returned after temporary foreign service within 3 years, no improvements made. Classifiable as HTS 9801.00.10.89 Chapter 89 vessel.
Returned US Kayak Tender
Small US-made tender boat for kayak support exported for testing, returned in original state within 3 years. Under HTS 9801.00.10.89 as Chapter 89 rowboat.
Returned US-Made Fishing Trawler Vessel
A commercial fishing trawler originally built in the United States and exported for temporary use abroad, now returned within 3 years without any manufacturing alterations or value enhancement. Classified under HTS 9801.00.10.89 as a product of the US when returned after export, specifically for articles in Chapter 89 (ships, boats, and floating structures), meeting the criteria of no advancement in value or improvement in condition.