Articles whether or not accompanying a person, not over $800 in aggregate fair market value in the country of acquisition, including- (a) but only in the case of an individual who has attained the age of 21, not more than 1 liter of alcoholic beverages or not more than 2 liters if at least one liter is the product of one or more beneficiary countries, and (b) not more than 200 cigarettes, and not more than 100 cigars, if such person arrives directly from a beneficiary country (but this item does not permit the entry of articles not accompanying a person which were acquired elsewhere than in beneficiary countries)
Articles imported by or for the account of any person arriving in the United States who is a returning resident thereof (including American citizens who are residents of American Samoa, Guam or the Virgin Islands of the United States): > Other articles acquired abroad as an incident of the journey from which the person is returning if such person arrives from the Virgin Islands of the United States or from a contiguous country which maintains a free zone or free port, or arrives from any other country after having remained beyond the United States for a period of not less than 48 hours, for his personal or household use, but not imported for the account of any other person nor intended for sale, if declared in accordance with regulations of the Secretary of the Treasury and if such person has not claimed, an exemption under subheadings 9804.00.65, 9804.00.70 and 9804.00.72 within 30 days preceding his arrival, and claims exemption under only one of such items on his arrival: > Articles whether or not accompanying a person, not over $800 in aggregate fair market value in the country of acquisition, including- (a) but only in the case of an individual who has attained the age of 21, not more than 1 liter of alcoholic beverages or not more than 2 liters if at least one liter is the product of one or more beneficiary countries, and (b) not more than 200 cigarettes, and not more than 100 cigars, if such person arrives directly from a beneficiary country (but this item does not permit the entry of articles not accompanying a person which were acquired elsewhere than in beneficiary countries)
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Products classified under HTS 9804.00.72
Guatemalan Handwoven Cotton Blouse
A traditional women's blouse handwoven from cotton by Guatemalan artisans, featuring intricate geometric patterns and floral motifs typical of Mayan textile traditions. Acquired during a personal trip to Guatemala (a beneficiary country), this blouse falls under HTS 9804.00.72 as it is for personal use, valued under $800 aggregate, and accompanies a returning U.S. resident arriving directly from the beneficiary country.
Dominican Rum 750ml Bottle
A premium dark rum aged 12 years from the Dominican Republic, purchased during vacation travel. This qualifies under HTS 9804.00.72 as one of the allowed 1 liter of alcoholic beverages for adults 21+ returning from a beneficiary country, included in the $800 personal exemption.
Honduran Coffee Gift Set
A decorative gift box containing 3 bags of specialty Honduran single-origin coffee beans, acquired as souvenirs during travel. Valued at $45 total, this personal purchase from a beneficiary country qualifies under the $800 exemption of HTS 9804.00.72 for returning residents.
Salvadoran Woven Basket
Handcrafted palm leaf storage basket from El Salvador with traditional geometric patterns, purchased at local market for household use. This artisan item under $800 value qualifies as personal acquisition from beneficiary country under HTS 9804.00.72.
Haitian Metal Wall Art
Hand-hammered recycled metal wall sculpture depicting tropical fish, crafted by Haitian metalworkers. Acquired during mission trip for home decoration, valued under exemption limit for HTS 9804.00.72 personal import.
Peruvian Alpaca Wool Scarf
Hand-knitted scarf from natural alpaca wool in traditional Andean colors, purchased from Peruvian artisan cooperative. Personal apparel item under $800 qualifies under HTS 9804.00.72 from beneficiary country.
Nicaraguan Ceramic Coffee Mug
Wheel-thrown ceramic mug with hand-painted volcano motif from Nicaraguan pottery village. Household item acquired for personal use during travel, qualifies under HTS 9804.00.72 exemption.
Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee
Premium 250g bag of Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee beans, world's most expensive coffee variety. Personal purchase from beneficiary country plantation tour qualifies under HTS 9804.00.72 $800 exemption.
Ecuadorian Panama Straw Hat
Authentic toquilla straw Panama hat handwoven by Ecuadorian master weavers, fine weave grade 1. Personal fashion accessory from beneficiary country under $800 qualifies for HTS 9804.00.72.
Bolivian Silver Filigree Earrings
Handcrafted 925 sterling silver earrings with traditional Bolivian filigree work, featuring miniature llama charms. Jewelry souvenir under exemption limit qualifies under HTS 9804.00.72 personal import.
Costa Rican Coffee Table Book
Oversized hardcover photography book 'Costa Rica Coffee Culture' with 200+ images of plantations and wildlife. Acquired from beneficiary country bookstore for personal library under HTS 9804.00.72.
Trinidad Rum Cake
Authentic Black Cake (rum fruitcake) from Trinidad using aged rum-soaked dried fruits, traditional holiday specialty. Food souvenir from beneficiary country qualifies under personal exemption HTS 9804.00.72.
Belizean Carved Wooden Bowl
Hand-carved mahogany serving bowl from Belizean woodcarver featuring Mayan calendar motifs. Household decorative item under $800 personal exemption from beneficiary country HTS 9804.00.72.
Guyanese Pepper Sauce
Authentic 'Madness' hot pepper sauce from Guyana using local wiri wiri peppers and scotch bonnet. Condiment souvenir under personal exemption limit qualifies HTS 9804.00.72 from beneficiary country.
Bahamian Seashell Necklace
Hand-strung queen conch shell necklace with pink pearls from Bahamian beachcomber artisans. Personal jewelry from beneficiary country islands qualifies under $800 HTS 9804.00.72 exemption.