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Diplomatic Leather Attache Case from Japan

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.

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

• 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