Ambassador's Wife Jewelry Collection from Germany
Personal jewelry collection worn by ambassador's wife for official social functions. Classifies under 9806.00.05 as personal effects of immediate diplomatic family members requested by State Department.
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
• Marriage/license documentation proves immediate family relationship
• Appraisal values and photos establish pre-existing personal ownership
• Avoid commercial packaging indicative of retail import