Consular Residence Silver Tea Service from China

Sterling silver tea service for official consular entertaining and protocol functions. Qualifies as personal effects of treaty-designated consular officers under HTS 9806.00.30. Duty-free with State Department endorsement.

Duty Rate — China → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%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

Import Tips

Professional appraisal may be required for high-value diplomatic silver,Include consular residence inventory in State Dept diplomatic clearance,Avoid separation from other diplomatic household effects