Returned U.S. Hotel Nightstand from Germany
A hardwood nightstand produced for hotel chain export, returned after property sale. Classified under 9801.00.10.94 as U.S.-origin Chapter 94 bedroom furniture returned unchanged within 3 years.
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
• Provide hotel chain purchase orders; ensure matching sets remain together; document storage conditions abroad; coordinate hotel buyer acceptance upon return