Exhibition Trade Show Booth Panels from Mexico
Modular aluminum frame panels with fabric graphics used for constructing temporary trade show booths. Exported temporarily for display at international trade fairs like CES or Canton Fair, then returned to the U.S. exhibitor. Classified under HTS 9801.00.60 as articles returned after temporary export solely for exhibition at public expositions.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Retain original export documentation proving temporary export solely for exhibition purposes
• Include exhibitor invitation letters and show contracts demonstrating public exposition use
• Avoid common pitfall of commercial sales at shows which disqualifies 9801.00.60 treatment