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HTS 9806.00.50Articles entered for the personal or family use of the following persons who are aliens on duty in the United States:Upon the request of the Department of State, other representatives, officers and employees of foreign governments

What that translates to:Personal-use articles of other foreign government officials and staff

Also written 98060050. Rates as CBP is collecting them today. Updated Oct 1, 2026.

Personal-use articles of other foreign government officials… (HTS 9806.00.50) 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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Sources: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Revision 20 (2026).

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Articles entered for the personal or family use of the following persons who are aliens on duty in the United States: Upon the request of the Department of State, other representatives, officers and employees of foreign governments

Legal text from the Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Revision 20 (2026), chapter 98: Special classification provisions.

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Questions about HTS 9806.00.50

What is the duty rate for HTS 9806.00.50?

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 9806.00.50 subject to Section 301 tariffs?

No Section 301 tariff applies to HTS 9806.00.50 as of Oct 1, 2026, from any country of origin.

Is HTS 9806.00.50 subject to Section 232 tariffs?

No Section 232 tariff applies to HTS 9806.00.50 as of Oct 1, 2026, from any country of origin.

HTSLookup shows the duties CBP collects on this code by country of origin. Antidumping or countervailing duties may also apply to some exporters; they're set per company and aren't shown.