Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2000/12/27

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Subject: Re: [Leica] US Customs duty help needed
From: "Steve LeHuray" <icommag@toad.net>
Date: Wed, 27 Dec 2000 20:32:50 -0500

> Hi,
> 
> I just purchased a mint Leica M4-p*  from an Italian dealer, and I need
> information from people who have purchased Leica equipment and had it
> shipped from overseas.
>
> (* Used, non-reflex 35mm photographic camera, model made in Canada
> {German company}, value $1200)
>
> I need to know if the following information is correct, so I can include
> it in the way bill:
>
> HTS number:  90065990 Photographic camera, other than fixed focus, valued
> over $10 each, nesi--01/01/1999
>
> Is this the right code for this camera?  Is there any duty?  The customs
> website hasn't been very helpful.
>
> Thanks in advance,
> Robert
>

The less information the better to avoid hasseles. Have it sent Express Mail
Service (EMS) and ask the sender to declare the package as a 'Gift, Used
Camera, value $95.'

Steve
Annapolis

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