Diplomatic Family Silver Tea Service from China
Heirloom silver tea service used by diplomatic family for private entertaining of official guests. Falls under 9806.00.05 as household effects imported by immediate families of accredited foreign representatives upon State Department request.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Family relationship documentation required linking service owner to accredited diplomat
• Prove pre-existing ownership (heirloom status) rather than commercial purchase
• Temporary import bond may apply if not clearly established as permanent personal effects