HTS 9805.00.50The personal and household effects (with such limitation on the importation of alcoholic beverages and tobacco products as the Secretary of the Treasury may prescribe) of any person in the service of the United States who returns to the United States upon the termination of assignment to extended duty (as defined in regulations issued in connection with this provision) at a post or station outside the customs territory of the United States, or of returning members of his family who have resided with him at such post or station, or of any person evacuated to the United States under Government orders or instructions
What that translates to:Effects of U.S. government staff ending long posts abroad, or evacuees
Also written 98050050. Rates as CBP is collecting them today. Updated Oct 1, 2026.
Effects of U.S. government staff ending long posts abroad… (HTS 9805.00.50) from China, as of Oct 1, 2026: this is a special provision (chapter 98); ask a licensed customs broker how duties apply.
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The personal and household effects (with such limitation on the importation of alcoholic beverages and tobacco products as the Secretary of the Treasury may prescribe) of any person in the service of the United States who returns to the United States upon the termination of assignment to extended duty (as defined in regulations issued in connection with this provision) at a post or station outside the customs territory of the United States, or of returning members of his family who have resided with him at such post or station, or of any person evacuated to the United States under Government orders or instructions
Legal text from the Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Revision 20 (2026), chapter 98: Special classification provisions.Questions about HTS 9805.00.50
What is the duty rate for HTS 9805.00.50?
The regular (column 1 general) rate printed in the tariff schedule is Free. Additional tariffs depend on the country of origin; choose one above to see its full rate.
Is HTS 9805.00.50 subject to Section 301 tariffs?
No Section 301 tariff applies to HTS 9805.00.50 as of Oct 1, 2026, from any country of origin.
Is HTS 9805.00.50 subject to Section 232 tariffs?
No Section 232 tariff applies to HTS 9805.00.50 as of Oct 1, 2026, from any country of origin.
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