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Diplomatic Courier Laptop Briefcase from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Laptop must bear diplomatic mission property markings,Encryption certificates and mission authorization needed,Cannot contain commercial or personal data