Government ID Smart Card from Germany
National ID smart card with PKI chip for citizen services and e-government access. Classified in HTS 8523.52.00 as it contains embedded microprocessor and memory ICs per definition.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Government contracts may qualify for special duty programs; check HTS exemptions
• Include security certification (FIPS 140-2) to support classification
• Avoid generic 'ID card' description leading to 3926 misclassification