Returned Leatherman Wave Multitool from Japan
Leatherman Wave stainless steel multitool made in USA, exported for field work abroad, returned within 3 years with all original blades/tools intact and no sharpening, replacement, or modifications performed. Perfect example of 9801.00.10.98 application.
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
• Tool condition photos at export/import showing identical wear patterns
• Field work logs proving no professional servicing occurred
• Blade sharpening or plier jaw repair abroad eliminates free entry eligibility