Foreign Military Officer's Dress Uniform from China
Formal dress uniform worn by foreign military officers stationed in the US on official duty. Classified under HTS 9806.00.20 as baggage and effects of foreign armed forces members and their families, exempt from duty when imported for personal use during their official posting. Excludes uniforms for sale or commercial distribution.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide official military orders confirming posting to US and family relationship documentation,Include inventory list signed by military attaché; avoid commercial quantities,Mark clearly '9806.00.20 - Foreign Military Personal Effects' on entry documents