9806.00.10/Consular Seal Briefcase/Japan

Consular Seal Briefcase from Japan

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.

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%

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Import Tips

• Consular seals must be government-issued and unbroken,Contents listed on diplomatic pouch manifest,Briefcase remains sealed during customs inspection