Cultural Attache Art Portfolio from Japan
Leather portfolio containing artist's renderings and cultural promotion materials used by cultural attaches. Qualifies under 9806.00.05 as personal professional effects for accredited cultural diplomats.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Cultural promotion event invitations verify professional artwork use
• Portfolio contents must relate to official cultural diplomacy mission
• Separate from commercial art imports by diplomatic mission context