CIA Declassified Intelligence Photographic Prints from Japan
Bound collections of photographic prints from declassified CIA surveillance operations, imported for National Security Agency analysis. These qualify under HTS 9808.00.10.00 as photographic prints for U.S. government agency use. The prints document historical reconnaissance missions.
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
• Require end-user letter from CIA or NSA specifying agency use; maintain chain of custody documentation; avoid commercial markings that could trigger Chapter 98 exclusion