Professional Tool Chest - Architect's Instruments

Custom mahogany tool chest containing drafting instruments used by U.S. citizen architect living in Japan. Personal effects qualify under 9804.00.85 as professional tools owned at death.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9017.20.70.00Higher: 35% vs 10%

If treated as drafting instruments commercially

Drawing instruments of Chapter 90 without exemption

9810.00.65Same rate: 10%

If repair components for instruments

Special provisions for scientific repair parts

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Import Tips & Compliance

Photograph tools engraved with decedent's name; provide professional license; secure delicate instruments; include tool list/inventory

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