Olympus BX53 Clinical Microscope from China
US-built clinical microscope system sent abroad for medical training program and returned unchanged. Chapter 90 optical instrument qualifies for duty-free entry under 9801.00.10.90 reimport provisions.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Maintain training program contracts documenting temporary export purpose and return conditions
• Photograph instrument condition at export and reimport to document unchanged status
• Consult CBP for advance ruling if complex multi-component system to confirm classification