Foreign Military Camera Equipment from Japan
Personal DSLR camera kit with lenses for foreign officer's photography hobby. Electronics qualifying as personal effects under 9806.00.20 during official US posting. Professional but personal use only.
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
• Serial numbers and receipts essential for ownership proof,Battery removal recommended for air shipment,Insurance documentation prevents ownership disputes