Leased Oilfield Drilling Rig Components

Top drive drilling system leased to foreign oilfield operator, returned without torque upgrades. Duty-free under 9801.00.20.00 lease reimport provisions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8430.49.80.40Higher: 35% vs 10%

If new oilfield drilling equipment

Primary heading for new drilling rigs/parts, not leased reimports

8431.43Same rate: 10%

If classified as parts of boring machinery

For separate components, not complete leased systems

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Import Tips & Compliance

API inspection reports; torque ratings unchanged; wear item inventory

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