Embassy Family Crystal Chandelier from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document installation date coinciding with assignment period; provide housing allowance records showing residency; disassemble for safe transport with reassembly instructions