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Consular Officer's Persian Carpet from Japan

Hand-knotted Persian carpet for the residence of a consular officer imported under 9806.00.50 per State Department request. For personal/family use by alien government employee on duty. Enhances diplomat's living quarters during assignment.

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

• Appraisal by licensed expert required; State Dept cable endorsement mandatory; ensure not for commercial exhibition or sale