US-Made Wooden Wine Crate Returned with Bottles from Japan
A substantial wooden crate manufactured in the United States, returned containing imported wine bottles for distribution. This qualifies under HTS 9803.00.50 as a US-produced substantial container returned with merchandise. The crate's sturdy construction makes it suitable for protecting valuable wine shipments during international transport.
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
• Provide proof of US manufacture via production records or markings; ensure container condition doesn't indicate prior foreign use; declare as returned US goods on entry documents to avoid regular duty