French Silk Scarf
Luxury silk scarf purchased in Paris by a returning traveler for personal use. Falls under HTS 9804.00.65 as apparel accompanying the person, within the $800 fair retail value limit from country of acquisition.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If commercially imported
Personal exemption requires accompanying traveler; commercial silk scarves classified as shawls/scarves
If US goods repaired abroad
Applies to US articles taken abroad for repair, not newly acquired foreign goods
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Retain original receipt showing purchase price; item must physically accompany traveler; aggregate value calculated with all returning items
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