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HTS 9809.00.30Articles for foreign governments on a reciprocal basis and for public international organizations:Articles for the official use of members of the armed forces of any foreign country on duty in the United States

What that translates to:Articles for official use of foreign armed forces serving here

Also written 98090030. Rates as CBP is collecting them today. Updated Oct 1, 2026.

Articles for official use of foreign armed forces serving… (HTS 9809.00.30) 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 for foreign governments on a reciprocal basis and for public international organizations: Articles for the official use of members of the armed forces of any foreign country on duty in the United States

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

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Questions about HTS 9809.00.30

What is the duty rate for HTS 9809.00.30?

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 9809.00.30 subject to Section 301 tariffs?

No Section 301 tariff applies to HTS 9809.00.30 as of Oct 1, 2026, from any country of origin.

Is HTS 9809.00.30 subject to Section 232 tariffs?

No Section 232 tariff applies to HTS 9809.00.30 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.