Foreign Officer Leather Briefcase from China
Personal leather briefcase used by military officer for documents during US posting. Qualifies as personal effect under 9806.00.20 accompanying official duty. Embossed with military insignia acceptable.
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
• Empty contents for customs inspection; documents reclassified separately,Condition report prevents damage claims during inspection,Avoid padlocks; combination locks facilitate examination