Returned Caterpillar Mining Truck from Japan
Large mining dump truck exported from US for foreign mine evaluation, returned post-trial. Classified under 9801.00.80.90 as previously exported US goods not qualifying for other duty-free Chapter 98 entries. No drawback received.
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
• Chassis/VIN numbers and mine trial contracts essential for classification
• Weight/load documentation confirms no capacity modifications abroad
• Odometer readings distinguish trial returns from regular used imports