Upon the request of the Department of State, office supplies and equipment and other articles for the official use of representatives of foreign governments or of personnel of public international organizations, on duty in the United States
Articles for foreign governments on a reciprocal basis and for public international organizations: > Upon the request of the Department of State, office supplies and equipment and other articles for the official use of representatives of foreign governments or of personnel of public international organizations, on duty in the United States
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Products classified under HTS 9809.00.20
Foreign Mission Leather Conference Folders
High-quality leather folders with embossed national crests for holding diplomatic documents during official meetings. These are requested through the State Department for foreign representatives' official use. Falls under HTS 9809.00.20 as specialized office equipment maintaining diplomatic decorum and document security.
Foreign Service Credential Holders
Leather credential cases with diplomatic identification slots and security features for official document transport. State Department requested for foreign representatives' daily official use. HTS 9809.00.20 covers these specialized diplomatic office accessories.
Embassy Translation Equipment Kit
Professional simultaneous translation console with headphones and microphones for multilateral diplomatic meetings. Requested by State Department for official embassy conference rooms. Advanced office equipment under HTS 9809.00.20 for international diplomacy.
Official Seal Wax and Applicator Set
Traditional sealing wax kit with gold-embossed national seals and heated applicator for authenticating official documents. State Department requested for traditional diplomatic certification. Historic office equipment preserved under HTS 9809.00.20.
Diplomatic Embassy Desk Set
A complete executive desk set including leather blotter, pen holder, paperweight, and stamp holder designed specifically for diplomatic office use. Classified under HTS 9809.00.20 as office supplies requested by the Department of State for official use by foreign government representatives on duty in the United States. These items facilitate official correspondence and administrative functions in embassy offices.
Consular Seal Embossing Machine
Heavy-duty embossing machine customized with consular seals for authenticating official documents. Requested by State Department for foreign consulates' official certification processes. Classified under HTS 9809.00.20 as essential equipment for consular operations in the United States.
Diplomatic Cipher Typewriter
Specialized typewriter with cipher encoding capabilities for secure diplomatic communications. Requested through State Department channels for official embassy use. HTS 9809.00.20 covers this secure office equipment essential for classified correspondence.
Embassy Flag Protocol Display Case
Custom glass and wood display case for national flags used in official embassy reception areas. Requested by State Department for proper protocol display during official functions. Classified under HTS 9809.00.20 as diplomatic office equipment maintaining national representation standards.
Consular Notarial Stamp Set
Complete set of custom consular stamps including authentication, legalization, and jurisdictional seals. Requested through State Department for official consular services to citizens abroad. Essential office equipment under HTS 9809.00.20 for consular operations.
Diplomatic Correspondence Paper
Watermarked official letterhead stationery with diplomatic crests and security features for secure correspondence. State Department requested for all official embassy communications. HTS 9809.00.20 office supplies essential for diplomatic protocol.