Foreign Ambassador's Persian Carpet from Germany
Hand-knotted Persian carpet brought by an ambassador for use in their official residence living room. Qualifies as household effects under 9806.00.15 for representatives of foreign governments and their suites upon State Department endorsement.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include detailed inventory description and appraised value; diplomatic pouch shipping may apply; ensure export compliance when diplomat departs US