Returned U.S. Oil Drilling Rig Components from Japan
Blowout preventers manufactured in U.S. Gulf Coast facilities, exported for platform integration testing, returned after modifications. HTS 9801.00.80 applies to such U.S. export returns.
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
• Submit API certification documents; declare any foreign-added value; ensure pressure test compliance documentation