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Returned U.S. Leather Office Armchair from Japan

A high-back leather executive armchair produced in North Carolina, USA, that was shipped to a European client for office use and returned after lease termination. Classified under 9801.00.10.94 as Chapter 94 U.S. furniture returned unchanged within 3 years.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include bill of lading showing original export date and proof no upholstery cleaning or repairs occurred abroad; declare exact export date on entry summary; photograph condition upon return