Diplomatic Chef's Knife Set from Japan
Professional-grade stainless steel chef's knife set imported for the personal use of a foreign embassy chef employed by a diplomatic mission. Classified under HTS 9806.00.50 as requested by the Department of State for an alien employee of a foreign government on official duty. These knives are for family meal preparation in the diplomat's residence.
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
• Obtain State Department endorsement prior to entry; provide employment verification from foreign mission; ensure items are marked 'Not for sale' to avoid commercial use violations