Save More on Re-Import Utilizing 9801.00.10

Background

On April 25, 2017 U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) released a Cargo Systems Message that amended HTSUS Subheading 9801.00.10. In short, the amendment expands the provision to include all products exported from the United States and returned regardless of country of origin. The modification is good news to US manufactures and distributors because it will allow them to save duty on warranty and repair returns, previously unavailable to them due to country of origin concerns.

Provisos for Compliance

Importers must keep the following stipulations in mind:

• Importers may use the claim on foreign goods exported from the United States and returned within a three year time limit.
• U.S. goods exported and returned are not restricted to a time limit to claim duty exemption.
• For shipments of U.S. items returned on a formal entry valued over $2,500 CBP may require a Manufacturers Affidavit.
• For either U.S. manufactured goods or foreign origin goods (for formal entries valued over $2,500 only) CBP may require a Foreign Shippers Declaration as well as proof of export from the United States in the form of EEI, export invoice/BOL or entry into the foreign country.
• Special provisions and documentary requirements apply for U.S. manufactured aircraft or items originally exported under a Department of State License.

 
In addition to the above, importers should utilize industry best practices relating to recordkeeping, including maintenance of export documents and making note of supplier and country of origin at time of purchasing. Proper planning and maintenance of records will assist when exported goods return after several months or years abroad.

 

Danielle Brazil Hudson, LCB

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