9801.00.10.31 - Articles provided for in chapter 82

HTS Code 9801.00.10.31 specifically designates returned articles that fall within the scope of Chapter 82 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Chapter 82 covers a wide array of goods, primarily tools, implements, cutlery, and similar articles of base metal, as well as machine tool accessories for use by hand and parts thereof. Therefore, this classification applies to such items that have been previously exported from the United States and are now being re-imported without having undergone any manufacturing process or improvement in condition while abroad.

This subcategory distinguishes itself from its siblings by its focus on the specific material composition and functional category defined by Chapter 82. For instance, while other sibling categories like 9801.00.10.15 cover returned meat and poultry products, or 9801.00.10.26 covers peanuts, this code is reserved for goods classified under the broad heading of tools and implements. The distinguishing factor is the original classification of the returned article prior to its export, not its current condition or processing abroad.

As a leaf node, HTS Code 9801.00.10.31 does not have further subcategories. Its classification is determined solely by the fact that the returned article is one that would normally be classified within Chapter 82 and meets the general conditions of re-importation under heading 9801.00.10, meaning it has been exported and returned within three years without alteration in value or condition. Examples include returned hand tools, cutlery sets, or other implements of base metal that were originally exported.