Upon the request of the Department of State, diplomatic couriers of foreign governments

Baggage and effects of the following persons who are aliens: > Upon the request of the Department of State, diplomatic couriers of foreign governments

Duty Rate (from China)

10%
MFN Base RateFree

Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Total Effective Rate10%

Products classified under HTS 9806.00.10

Diplomatic Courier ID Wallet

Bifold leather wallet containing diplomatic passport, courier commission, international driving permit, and mission identification. Qualifies for 9806.00.10 exemption as personal effects of foreign diplomatic couriers per State Department request.

Diplomatic Passport Portfolio

A leather-bound portfolio used by diplomatic couriers to securely carry official passports and diplomatic credentials during international transit. Classified under HTS 9806.00.10 as baggage and effects upon State Department request for foreign government diplomatic couriers, exempting these essential identification documents from duty.

Official Diplomatic Credential Case

Hard-shell aluminum case containing official diplomatic identification cards, letters of accreditation, and international courier credentials. Qualifies under 9806.00.10 as effects of foreign diplomatic couriers when accompanied by State Department authorization for duty-free entry.

Sealed Diplomatic Cable Satchel

Waterproof canvas satchel with diplomatic seals containing encrypted diplomatic cables and correspondence for foreign government delivery. Enters duty-free under 9806.00.10 specifically for diplomatic couriers upon State Department request as official baggage.

Diplomatic Courier Laptop Briefcase

Padded ballistic nylon briefcase containing secure laptop with diplomatic communications software for foreign government couriers. Classified under 9806.00.10 as courier effects exempt from duty when State Department verifies diplomatic mission.

Consular Seal Briefcase

Black leather briefcase with consular seals carrying treaties, agreements, and official consular documents for diplomatic delivery. Duty-free under HTS 9806.00.10 for foreign diplomatic couriers with State Department endorsement.

Secure Diplomatic Tablet Case

Armored carrying case for encrypted diplomatic tablets used for secure communications by foreign government couriers. Enters under 9806.00.10 as official courier baggage upon State Department verification of diplomatic status.

Treaty Document Transport Case

Climate-controlled aluminum case transporting original treaty documents, bilateral agreements, and diplomatic instruments. Classified under 9806.00.10 for foreign diplomatic couriers with State Department authorization for duty-free transit.

Diplomatic Courier Uniform Bag

Garment bag containing official diplomatic courier uniforms, insignia, and accreditation badges for formal presentations. Duty-free under 9806.00.10 as personal effects of foreign government diplomatic couriers per State Department request.

Official Seal Luggage Set

Matched luggage set with diplomatic seals containing courier effects, secure documents, and mission supplies for extended diplomatic missions. Qualifies under 9806.00.10 exemption for foreign diplomatic couriers upon State Department verification.

Diplomatic Communications Backpack

Reinforced backpack with multiple compartments for satellite phones, encrypted radios, and diplomatic messaging devices used by couriers. Enters duty-free under 9806.00.10 as courier baggage with State Department diplomatic authorization.

Visa Document Portfolio

Large-format portfolio carrying diplomatic visas, entry permits, and immigration clearances for official government travel. Classified under 9806.00.10 for foreign diplomatic couriers with State Department request for duty-free entry.

Diplomatic Key Secure Pouch

Tamper-proof pouch containing cryptographic keys, authentication tokens, and secure access devices for diplomatic communications. Duty-free under 9806.00.10 as effects of foreign diplomatic couriers per State Department verification.

Mission Accreditation Briefcase

Executive briefcase containing letters of accreditation, memoranda of understanding, and mission establishment documents. Qualifies for 9806.00.10 exemption as official baggage of foreign diplomatic couriers with State Department endorsement.

Diplomatic Courier Medication Kit

Secure medical kit containing prescription medications, first aid supplies, and emergency injectables for diplomatic couriers on extended missions. Enters duty-free under 9806.00.10 as personal effects upon State Department diplomatic verification.