Brazilian Minister's Handwoven Amazonian Hammock from Japan
Authentic handwoven hammock from Brazilian Amazon fibers for the Minister's family relaxation in their US residence. Qualifies under HTS 9806.00.40 as personal household article for alien diplomats on State Department request. Represents cultural comfort item not available locally.
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
• Include detailed provenance and State Dept certification; limit to family quantity
• Photograph for customs record; declare solely personal use
• Coordinate with embassy protocol office