French Legion of Honour Gold Medal
A gold-plated medal awarded by the French government as the highest decoration for military and civil merits. Crafted from base metal with gold electroplating and enamel accents, it qualifies under HTS 9807.00.40 as an article of metal bestowed by a foreign country as an honorary distinction upon U.S. recipients.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing precious metal content exceeding base metal
Medals with significant gold/silver content shift to imitation jewelry classification
If sold commercially rather than bestowed as award
Articles of personal adornment not specifically for honorary bestowal fall under Chapter 71
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide official award documentation from the foreign government proving honorary intent,Include recipient's U.S. address and evidence of presentation ceremony,Avoid commercial packaging that suggests retail sale to prevent reclassification
Related Products under HTS 9807.00.40
British Order of the British Empire Silver Medal
Sterling silver medal from the UK honoring contributions to arts, sciences, and public service. Features engraved royal insignia on metal disc with ribbon suspension bar, imported duty-free under 9807.00.40 for presentation to American recipients.
German Bundesverdienstkreuz Service Cross
Federal Cross of Merit in silver, Germany's highest civilian award for outstanding service. Made of tombak metal with enamel cross and ribbon, qualifies for 9807.00.40 when bestowed on U.S. persons by German government.
Japanese Order of the Rising Sun Gold Rays Medal
Prestigious Japanese imperial decoration featuring gold rays on metal base with enamel sunburst. Awarded for distinguished public service, imported under 9807.00.40 when presented to Americans by Japanese government.
Canadian Order of Canada Companion Medal
Silver snowflake medal with maple leaf enamel, Canada's highest civilian honor. Metal construction qualifies under 9807.00.40 when bestowed on U.S. citizens by Canadian government or citizens.
Italian Order of Merit Silver Star
Eight-pointed silver star medal with enamel center, awarded by Italian President. Base metal with silver plating qualifies for duty-free entry under 9807.00.40 for U.S. honorary recipients.
Russian Order of Friendship Gilt Medal
Circular gilt medal featuring double-headed eagle on base metal. Russian Federation award for international cooperation, imported duty-free under 9807.00.40 when presented to Americans.