Parisian Silk Scarf from Japan
Hermès silk scarf bought on Champs-Élysées, valued at $380. Qualifies as personal apparel accessory under HTS 9804.00.70 $1600 exemption for returning U.S. residents from 48-hour trips.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Authenticity certificate helps valuation disputes
• Count toward $1600 total
• Must declare even exempt items