Schlumberger Seismic Survey Truck from Germany
A specialized seismic survey truck exported temporarily to conduct geophysical seismic data acquisition services for oil exploration in foreign fields. Returned after completing vibration testing and data collection operations abroad. Classified under HTS 9801.00.65 as equipment used solely for geophysical services in natural resource exploration.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide detailed service contracts showing temporary use abroad; maintain export records matching the importer; document condition upon return to prove no permanent improvements made overseas