Returned U.S. Deep Sea Research Submersibles from China
Manned submersibles built in U.S. oceanographic centers, exported for deep-water pressure testing, returned. Qualifies under 9801.00.80 return provisions.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide pressure hull test certificates; comply with USCG inspection requirements; document dive profile data