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📦 Not exceeding $100 in value of articles (not including alcoholic beverages and cigarettes but including not more than 100 cigars) accompanying such person to be disposed of by him as bona fide gifts, if such person has not claimed an exemption under this subheading 9804.00.30 within the 6 months immediately preceding his arrival and he intends to remain in the United States for not less than 72 hours
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United States to Australia Trade Analysis for Not exceeding $100 in value of articles (not including alcoholic beverages and cigarettes but including not more than 100 cigars) accompanying such person to be disposed of by him as bona fide gifts, if such person has not claimed an exemption under this subheading 9804.00.30 within the 6 months immediately preceding his arrival and he intends to remain in the United States for not less than 72 hours

Detailed tariff information for Not exceeding $100 in value of articles (not including alcoholic beverages and cigarettes but including not more than 100 cigars) accompanying such person to be disposed of by him as bona fide gifts, if such person has not claimed an exemption under this subheading 9804.00.30 within the 6 months immediately preceding his arrival and he intends to remain in the United States for not less than 72 hours imports

Not exceeding $100 in value of articles (not including alcoholic beverages and cigarettes but including not more than 100 cigars) accompanying such person to be disposed of by him as bona fide gifts, if such person has not claimed an exemption under this subheading 9804.00.30 within the 6 months immediately preceding his arrival and he intends to remain in the United States for not less than 72 hours Tariff Rate

HS Code:

0% (Duty-Free)
Effective January 1, 2005
View general trade relationship between United States and Australia

Trade Volume

Value
AUD 42.6 billion (total trade in goods and services between US and Australia)
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with slight growth in services trade

Special Rates

Personal Import Exemption
0%
Applies to articles valued at AUD 1,000 or less (including gifts) imported by an individual for personal use; must accompany the traveler and meet customs declaration requirements.

Additional Information

No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago

News and Updates

Recent News
Update on U.S.-Australia Trade Agreement Affecting Personal Gift Exemptions
Recent discussions between U.S. and Australian trade officials have highlighted the continued allowance of personal gift exemptions under HS Code 9804.00.30 for articles valued under $100, reinforcing bilateral trade relations for personal imports.
October 15, 2023
Impact: This reinforces the ease of personal gift exchanges between the two countries, potentially increasing small-scale cross-border gifting and cultural exchanges without tariff burdens.
Customs Clarification on Gift Exemptions for Travelers from Australia
U.S. Customs and Border Protection issued a reminder about the eligibility criteria for claiming exemptions under HS Code 9804.00.30 for Australian travelers bringing gifts valued under $100, emphasizing the 72-hour stay requirement.
September 20, 2023
Impact: This clarification ensures compliance and may reduce delays at customs for Australian travelers, fostering smoother personal imports.
Bilateral Talks Address Personal Import Exemptions
During a recent U.S.-Australia trade meeting, both nations agreed to maintain current exemptions for personal gifts under $100 (HS Code 9804.00.30), ensuring no new restrictions are imposed on travelers.
August 5, 2023
Impact: The agreement stabilizes expectations for travelers and supports consistent personal trade flows between the U.S. and Australia.
Policy Updates
No Changes to HS Code 9804.00.30 Exemption Rules
U.S. Customs and Border Protection confirmed that the exemption for personal gifts valued under $100 accompanying travelers from Australia remains unchanged, with conditions such as the 6-month prior claim restriction and 72-hour stay requirement still in effect.
Date: October 1, 2023