Chef's Professional Knife Set from Germany
High-end culinary knives (chef's knife, paring, boning) carried by a professional chef for cooking demonstration abroad. These personal tools of the culinary trade qualify under HTS 9804.00.10 when taken and returned by the owner. Duty-free as occupational implements.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Knives must be in checked luggage; carry ownership photos and professional credentials
• Declaration specifies 'personal professional tools' not for resale