Personal Jewelry Set from Japan
Gold necklace and earrings worn by diplomat's wife for personal occasions. Enters duty-free under 9806.00.55 as personal effects for treaty-designated aliens upon State Department endorsement.
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 documentation recommended for high-value personal items,State Dept request must confirm personal ownership, not gifts for distribution,Declare appraised value even for duty-free diplomatic personal effects