Foreign Envoy's Gold Jewelry Heirlooms from Japan
Family gold jewelry heirlooms imported for foreign envoy's personal use under HTS 9806.00.50 per State request. Worn for diplomatic functions and family occasions by alien government representative on duty. High cultural significance.
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
• Professional gemological appraisal; detailed inventory with photos; security bond may be required for high-value items