University Graduation Gown from Germany
A traditional black academic gown worn during university commencement ceremonies, featuring velvet panels and academic hood. Classified under HTS 9810.00.45.00 as regalia for nonprofit educational institutions used in official graduation exercises. The chapter notes define regalia as insignia worn upon the person during public exercises of such institutions.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
• Provide documentation proving the importing institution's nonprofit educational status; ensure the gown is specifically for ceremonial use during public exercises; retain records for 5 years as articles must remain exclusively for institutional use