Returned Caterpillar Excavator from Germany

Caterpillar 320 hydraulic excavator manufactured in the U.S., exported for construction project evaluation, returned within 3 years without repairs or modifications. Qualifies under HTS 9801.00.10 for duty-free reimport as unaltered heavy machinery.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

File CBP Form 7501 declaring returned goods status; provide original bill of lading and equipment serials; photograph condition at export and return