The personal and household effects (with such limitation on the importation of alcoholic beverages and tobacco products as the Secretary of the Treasury may prescribe) of any person in the service of the United States who returns to the United States upon the termination of assignment to extended duty (as defined in regulations issued in connection with this provision) at a post or station outside the customs territory of the United States, or of returning members of his family who have resided with him at such post or station, or of any person evacuated to the United States under Government orders or instructions
The personal and household effects (with such limitation on the importation of alcoholic beverages and tobacco products as the Secretary of the Treasury may prescribe) of any person in the service of the United States who returns to the United States upon the termination of assignment to extended duty (as defined in regulations issued in connection with this provision) at a post or station outside the customs territory of the United States, or of returning members of his family who have resided with him at such post or station, or of any person evacuated to the United States under Government orders or instructions
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 9805.00.50
Military Officer's Wool Overcoat
A custom-tailored wool overcoat acquired during extended diplomatic service abroad for formal military functions. Classified under HTS 9805.00.50 as personal effects of a returning U.S. government employee terminating assignment outside U.S. customs territory. Duty-free entry permitted upon proof of service and residency at foreign post.
Diplomat's Sterling Silver Tea Service
A 5-piece sterling silver tea set purchased during overseas posting for official entertaining. Qualifies under HTS 9805.00.50 as household effects of returning U.S. Foreign Service Officer and family. Exempt from duty upon verification of government service termination.
Embassy Family Crystal Chandelier
Handcrafted crystal chandelier installed in embassy residence during 3-year overseas assignment. Classified under HTS 9805.00.50 as returning household effects of U.S. diplomat's family. Duty-free provided proof of extended duty and residency abroad.
Foreign Service Persian Carpet
Hand-knotted Persian wool carpet acquired for embassy residence during extended posting. HTS 9805.00.50 classification as personal household effects of returning U.S. government employee. Duty-free entry upon service verification.
Military Spouse's Diamond Engagement Ring
1.5 carat diamond engagement ring resized abroad during spouse's extended military assignment. Qualifies under HTS 9805.00.50 as personal effects of returning service member's family. Duty-free with proof of family residency at foreign post.
Consular Officer's Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Custom-upholstered leather Chesterfield sofa commissioned for consulate residence. HTS 9805.00.50 household effects of returning consular officer terminating extended assignment. Duty-free upon government service documentation.
USAID Family Baby Grand Piano
Polished ebony baby grand piano purchased for USAID officer's family residence abroad. Classified under HTS 9805.00.50 as returning household effects after extended development assignment. Duty-free with service verification.
Embassy Wardrobe Armoire
Antique mahogany armoire acquired for embassy staff quarters during 4-year posting. HTS 9805.00.50 personal household effects exemption for returning U.S. government employee. Duty-free entry provided.
Foreign Service China Cabinet
Carved rosewood china cabinet displaying diplomatic gifts during overseas tenure. Qualifies under HTS 9805.00.50 as returning household effects of terminating assignment. Duty-free with proof of service.
Military Attache's Binoculars
High-magnification waterproof binoculars purchased for official observation duties abroad. HTS 9805.00.50 personal effects of returning military attaché ending extended assignment. Duty-free entry.
Diplomatic Family Dining Table
Solid teak 12-person dining table for embassy representational entertaining. Classified under HTS 9805.00.50 returning household effects after extended diplomatic posting. Duty-free provided.
Consulate Library Bookshelf
Custom-built bookshelf housing diplomatic reference library developed abroad. HTS 9805.00.50 household effects exemption for returning consular officer. Duty-free entry upon service termination proof.
Embassy Kitchen Mixer
Heavy-duty professional stand mixer for embassy family baking during overseas posting. Qualifies under HTS 9805.00.50 as returning household effects. Duty-free with government service documentation.
Foreign Service Officer's Desk
Leather-topped partner's desk customized for consular work and family use abroad. HTS 9805.00.50 personal household effects of returning officer terminating assignment. Duty-free entry.
Military Family Artwork Collection
Curated collection of 8 original paintings acquired during extended posting for family residence. Classified under HTS 9805.00.50 as returning personal effects. Duty-free upon proof of service and residency.