Articles for presentation as gifts to the United States Government, to any State or local government or to any public institution organized in the United States
Upon the request of the Department of State, articles (other than communications satellites and parts thereof) which are the property of a foreign government or of a public international organization: > Articles for presentation as gifts to the United States Government, to any State or local government or to any public institution organized 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 9809.00.70
Chinese Porcelain Vase
A hand-painted blue and white porcelain vase from China, presented as a diplomatic gift to the U.S. State Department. This antique-style artwork qualifies under HTS 9809.00.70 as it is the property of a foreign government intended for presentation to the U.S. Government. Such cultural artifacts symbolize international goodwill and are exempt from duty when properly documented.
Japanese Silk Tapestry
An intricately embroidered silk wall hanging depicting Mount Fuji, gifted by the Japanese government to a U.S. national park service museum. This textile artwork qualifies under 9809.00.70 as property of a foreign government presented to a public institution. It represents cultural exchange between nations.
Russian Fabergé-Style Egg Replica
A jeweled enamel egg replica crafted by Russian artisans, presented by the Russian Federation to the U.S. Vice President's residence. As foreign government property designated for a public institution, it enters duty-free under 9809.00.70. These ornamental objects symbolize historical diplomatic traditions.
French Crystal Sculpture
A Baccarat crystal eagle sculpture gifted by France to the U.S. Air Force Academy. This luxury glass artwork qualifies under HTS 9809.00.70 as it's property of the French government presented to a public military institution. Crystal gifts represent Franco-American military alliance.
Indian Brass Temple Bell
A large hand-hammered brass temple bell from India, presented to a U.S. botanical garden's Asian pavilion. As property of the Indian government for a public institution, it enters under 9809.00.70 duty-free. These ceremonial objects promote cultural understanding.
Australian Aboriginal Dot Painting
A vibrant acrylic on canvas painting by indigenous artist, gifted by Australian government to Smithsonian National Museum. Qualifies under 9809.00.70 as foreign government property for U.S. public institution display. Represents indigenous cultural heritage.
Mexican Silver Chalice
Handcrafted sterling silver chalice presented by Mexico to U.S. Catholic cathedral. As foreign government property for public religious institution, enters duty-free under 9809.00.70. Symbolizes centuries of religious cultural exchange.
Korean Celadon Vase
Traditional Korean celadon ceramic vase with inlaid crane design, gifted to U.S. White House collection. Qualifies under 9809.00.70 as Republic of Korea government property for executive public institution. Exemplifies Joseon dynasty artistry.
Egyptian Alabaster Lamp
Ancient-style carved alabaster oil lamp replica from Egypt, presented to U.S. archaeological institute. Foreign government property for public educational institution qualifies under 9809.00.70. Represents Pharaonic lighting technology.
Swedish Crystal Paperweight
Orrefors crystal mountain scene paperweight gifted by Sweden to U.S. Congressional office. Property of Swedish government for public legislative institution enters under 9809.00.70 duty-free. Modern Scandinavian design excellence.
Italian Marble Bust
Carrara marble bust of Renaissance figure, presented by Italy to U.S. Supreme Court building. Italian government property for public judicial institution qualifies under 9809.00.70. Exemplifies classical sculpture tradition.
Brazilian Amazon Wood Carving
Sustainable hardwood carving of Amazon jaguar, gifted by Brazil to U.S. National Zoo. Brazilian government property for public zoological institution enters duty-free under 9809.00.70. Promotes rainforest conservation.
Thai Silk Banner
Handwoven Thai silk banner with royal emblem, presented to U.S. State historical museum. Thai government property for public cultural institution qualifies under 9809.00.70 duty-free. Royal craftsmanship tradition.
German Beer Stein Collection
Set of traditional Bavarian pewter beer steins, gifted by Germany to U.S. military base museum. German government property for public institution display under 9809.00.70. Celebrates German-American friendship.