Cashmere Shawl from Japan
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.
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
• Fiber content documentation; declare as traditional garment; ensure family relationship verification