Custom Dress Shoes from China
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.
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
• Note custom measurements/serial numbers; declare as personal footwear only; coordinate with State Dept protocol office for visit schedule