Returned GE Industrial Generator from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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