Upon the request of the Department of State, persons designated by the Department of State as high officials of foreign governments or distinguished foreign visitors and their immediate families
Baggage and effects of the following persons who are aliens: > Upon the request of the Department of State, persons designated by the Department of State as high officials of foreign governments or distinguished foreign visitors and their immediate families
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Products classified under HTS 9806.00.25
Designer Wool Overcoat
A high-end wool overcoat tailored for formal occasions, imported as personal baggage by a distinguished foreign visitor designated by the U.S. Department of State. This garment qualifies under HTS 9806.00.25 as it constitutes personal effects accompanying an immediate family member of a high foreign official during an official visit. The provision allows duty-free entry for such baggage upon State Department request.
Silk Sari Collection
Traditional silk saris imported by the spouse of a foreign head of state during an official visit, designated under State Department request. These cultural garments qualify as personal effects under HTS 9806.00.25 when accompanying distinguished foreign visitors and their immediate families. The provision facilitates duty-free entry for such traditional attire.
Gold Jewelry Set
18K gold necklace, earrings, and bracelet set worn by a foreign dignitary's spouse, imported as personal effects under State Department designation. This jewelry qualifies under HTS 9806.00.25 as it accompanies an immediate family member of a high foreign official. The provision exempts such personal adornments from duty when properly documented.
Luxury Leather Handbag
Designer leather handbag carried by a foreign ambassador's wife during official functions, imported under HTS 9806.00.25 as personal baggage. This qualifies as personal effects accompanying an immediate family member designated by the State Department for a high-level visit. Duty-free entry facilitated for such accompanying personal items.
Traditional Royal Headwear
Ceremonial crown or turban imported by a foreign monarch for official state visit, designated under State Department request. This cultural headwear qualifies as personal effects under HTS 9806.00.25 when accompanying distinguished foreign visitors. The provision allows duty-free entry for traditional regalia worn during official functions.
Custom Dress Shoes
Bespoke leather dress shoes imported by a foreign minister for formal diplomatic events, under State Department designation. These personal footwear items qualify under HTS 9806.00.25 as baggage accompanying a high foreign official. Duty-free treatment applies to such essential personal attire.
Pearl Necklace
Cultured pearl strand necklace worn by foreign dignitary's daughter during official visit, imported as personal effects. Qualifies under HTS 9806.00.25 upon State Department request for immediate family members of high officials. Duty-free entry for personal jewelry accompanying distinguished visitors.
Silk Scarf Collection
Collection of Hermès silk scarves imported by foreign official's spouse for formal wear during state visit. Qualifies as personal accessories under HTS 9806.00.25 when State Department designates the visitor. Duty-free baggage provision for immediate family personal effects.
Antique Pocket Watch
Heirloom gold pocket watch carried by foreign head of government, imported under State Department designation. Qualifies as personal effects under HTS 9806.00.25 for distinguished foreign visitors. Duty-free entry for family heirlooms accompanying official visits.
Cashmere Shawl
Fine pashmina cashmere shawl imported by foreign official's mother accompanying official visit. Qualifies under HTS 9806.00.25 as personal effects of immediate family designated by State Department. Duty-free provision for traditional luxury textiles.
Diamond Engagement Ring
Family diamond engagement ring worn by foreign dignitary's fiancée during official visit. Imported duty-free under HTS 9806.00.25 as personal effects accompanying designated distinguished visitor. State Department request enables exemption for personal jewelry.
Formal Tuxedo
Custom-tailored tuxedo imported by foreign prince for White House state dinner. Qualifies under HTS 9806.00.25 as personal formalwear accompanying State Department-designated distinguished visitor. Duty-free baggage for official event attire.
Emerald Brooch
Heirloom emerald brooch worn by foreign official's wife for official portrait session. Duty-free under HTS 9806.00.25 as personal effects accompanying State Department-designated visitor. Provision covers valuable family jewelry.
Opera Glasses
Mother-of-pearl opera glasses carried by foreign cultural minister's spouse to Kennedy Center events. Qualifies under HTS 9806.00.25 as personal accessories accompanying designated distinguished visitor. Duty-free for cultural event accessories.
Ceremonial Dagger
Traditional ceremonial dagger with ornate scabbard worn as part of national dress by foreign military attaché's spouse. Duty-free under HTS 9806.00.25 as cultural personal effects accompanying State Department-designated visitor. Provision covers traditional regalia.