Diplomatic Leather Attache Case

A high-quality leather attache case used by foreign diplomats for carrying official documents and laptops during official visits to the United States. This falls under HTS 9806.00.15 as personal baggage and effects imported by representatives of foreign governments upon State Department request, intended for their personal use while stationed in the US.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4202.11.00Higher: 43% vs 10%

If imported commercially without diplomatic status

Executive cases of leather fall under Chapter 42 when imported outside diplomatic baggage provisions

9804.00.15Same rate: 10%

If personal effects of returning US residents

Articles for personal or household use by returning US residents use different baggage provisions

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Requires State Department request and diplomatic credentials verification; must accompany the diplomat or family member; ensure documentation proves personal use only, not for commercial purposes

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