Refurbished Caterpillar Tractor Engine from Japan
Diesel engine from Caterpillar tractor exported for complete overhaul including new pistons and machining, then returned. Qualifies under 9802.00.50 as heavy equipment repaired abroad to improve condition. Statistical: 9802.00.5040-8408.90.1090.
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
• Submit detailed repair specifications and US export proof
• Calculate dutiable value as foreign labor/parts cost excluding original engine value
• Ensure engine serial numbers match export records