French Limoges Porcelain Tea Service from Japan
Complete 24-piece Limoges porcelain tea service with gold rim detailing, presented by French citizen to President. 9807.00.50 applies as State Department requested diplomatic gift embodying French culinary tradition. Crafted by master porcelain artisans.
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
• Verify State Dept approval documentation; note gold content for declaration
• Avoid reclassification by maintaining gift purpose records