HTS 9809.00.40Upon the request of the Department of State, articles (other than communications satellites and parts thereof) which are the property of a foreign government or of a public international organization:Articles which, while in the United States, will remain the property of such government or of such organization and will be used only in connection with noncommercial functions of such government or of such organization, including exhibitions which are sponsored by or participated in by such government or such organization and which are not commercial in character or connected with commercial undertakings
What that translates to:Foreign government property for noncommercial use (not satellites)
Also written 98090040. Rates as CBP is collecting them today. Updated Oct 1, 2026.
Foreign government property for noncommercial use (not… (HTS 9809.00.40) 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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Upon the request of the Department of State, articles (other than communications satellites and parts thereof) which are the property of a foreign government or of a public international organization: Articles which, while in the United States, will remain the property of such government or of such organization and will be used only in connection with noncommercial functions of such government or of such organization, including exhibitions which are sponsored by or participated in by such government or such organization and which are not commercial in character or connected with commercial undertakings
Legal text from the Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Revision 20 (2026), chapter 98: Special classification provisions.Related codes
Questions about HTS 9809.00.40
What is the duty rate for HTS 9809.00.40?
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 9809.00.40 subject to Section 301 tariffs?
No Section 301 tariff applies to HTS 9809.00.40 as of Oct 1, 2026, from any country of origin.
Is HTS 9809.00.40 subject to Section 232 tariffs?
No Section 232 tariff applies to HTS 9809.00.40 as of Oct 1, 2026, from any country of origin.
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