Question 1

What does HTS 9809.00.40 cover?

Accepted Answer

HTS 9809.00.40 is an 8-digit tariff item of the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule covering 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. It belongs to Chapter 98 and rolls up 1 10-digit statistical line that brokers actually file at entry.

Question 2

What is the duty rate for HTS 9809.00.40?

Accepted Answer

Every 10-digit line under HTS 9809.00.40 carries a general (Column 1) duty rate of Free. Chapter 99 flags and potentially relevant AD/CVD order flags are shown at the per-line level; applicability depends on the shipment facts, written scope, and entry date.

Question 3

How do I find the right 10-digit line under HTS 9809.00.40?

Accepted Answer

U.S. Customs requires entries to be filed at the 10-digit statistical level — the broader tariff item HTS 9809.00.40 is not directly fileable. Match your product description to the most specific 10-digit line in the list on this page; if multiple lines could apply, the General Rules of Interpretation (GRIs) and chapter notes determine which one governs.

Question 4

Are there potentially relevant AD/CVD order flags under HTS 9809.00.40?

Accepted Answer

Tandom's current catalog view links no potentially relevant AD/CVD (antidumping or countervailing duty) order flags to lines under HTS 9809.00.40. Check current Commerce scope materials and Federal Register notices before relying on an HTS-only screen.

Plain-English explanation

10-digit lines under 9809.00.40(1)

Frequently asked questions

What does HTS 9809.00.40 cover?

What is the duty rate for HTS 9809.00.40?

How do I find the right 10-digit line under HTS 9809.00.40?

Are there potentially relevant AD/CVD order flags under HTS 9809.00.40?

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