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German Attaché's Traditional Beer Stein Collection from Japan

Set of 12 handcrafted Bavarian beer steins for the Attaché's personal family use during private gatherings. Enters duty-free under HTS 9806.00.40 upon State Department request for diplomatic personal effects. Personal collection not for official functions.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

State Department pre-approval essential; limit collection size to reasonable personal use

Individual wrappings preferred over bulk packaging

Embassy inventory segregation required

German Attaché's Traditional Beer Stein Collection from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 9806.00.40