Returned GE Industrial Generator from Germany
General Electric industrial generator exported for foreign power plant testing, returned for US service. Qualifies under 9801.00.80.90 as previously exported US goods not otherwise duty-free under Chapter 98. No bonded warehouse production.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Serial numbers and test contracts establish US manufacture and export history
• Technical specifications unchanged from export prevent reclassification
• Avoid drawback claims on export to maintain 9801.00.80.90 eligibility