Military Officer's Wool Overcoat from Germany
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.
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
• Provide DD Form 214 or equivalent service documentation confirming extended duty abroad; include proof of residency at foreign post; declare all alcoholic beverages/tobacco separately for quantity limits