Chinese Porcelain Vase from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
Import Tips
• Obtain Department of State request and certification that the vase is foreign government property for gift presentation
• Include diplomatic note verbale confirming the gift's purpose and recipient public institution
• Avoid common pitfalls by ensuring no commercial intent; maintain chain of custody documentation