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U.S. imports of duty-free imports under bond for permanent exhibition (HS 981200) totaled $24.3M in April 2026, traded with 38 countries.
Duty-Free Imports Under Bond for Permanent Exhibition imports of $24.3M in April 2026 ran 55% above the year-to-date monthly average of $15.7M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataArticles admitted under this heading enter the US duty-free under a customs bond conditioned on their use in a qualifying permanent public exhibition — not for sale or commercial use. The two tariff lines distinguish between articles intended to encourage the agricultural arts and related industries (9812002000) and materials for erecting a public monument (9812004000). The bond mechanism means that if the goods are later diverted from their declared exhibition or monument purpose, duties and potential penalties become immediately due, making ongoing compliance monitoring essential for the importing institution.
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Diverting goods from their bonded exhibition purpose triggers the bond obligation: duties become payable as if the goods had been entered for consumption on the original import date, and CBP may assess additional penalties. The importer of record remains liable under the bond for the life of the exhibition commitment.
CBP regulations and the bond terms govern the duration. There is no universal fixed period, but the goods must remain dedicated to the stated exhibition or monument purpose for as long as the bond is in force. Importers should consult with a licensed customs broker to understand the specific bond conditions and any applicable liquidation deadlines.
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | $8.4M | -- | -$8.4M |
| ITALY | $3.8M | -- | -$3.8M |
| UNITED KINGDOM | $2.9M | -- | -$2.9M |
| NETHERLANDS | $1.9M | -- | -$1.9M |
| MEXICO | $1.5M | -- | -$1.5M |
Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9812002000 | ARTICLES FOR EXHIBITION TO ENCOURAGE AGR ARTS,ETC | $24.1M | -- |
| 9812004000 | ARTICLES FOR ERECTING A PUBLIC MONUMENT | $143K | -- |
ARTICLES FOR EXHIBITION TO ENCOURAGE AGR ARTS,ETC
ARTICLES FOR ERECTING A PUBLIC MONUMENT
IMPORTS OF ARTICLES EXPORTED & RETURNED, NO CHANGE
HS 980100
IMPORTS OF ARTICLES EXPORTED & RETURNED, ADVANCED
HS 980200
IMPORTS DUTY FREE UNDER SPEC CLASSIF PROV NESOI
HS 981700
IMPORTS OF RELIGIOUS, EDUCATION, SCIENT ETC INST
HS 981000
IMPORTATIONS OF THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
HS 980800
VALUE OF REPAIR/ALTER ARTICLES PREVIOUS IMPORTED
HS 980110
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $7.3M | -- | -$7.3M |
| New York | $6.5M | -- | -$6.5M |
| New Mexico | $3.3M | -- | -$3.3M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| JFK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, NY | $9.2M | -- | -$9.2M |
| SWEETGRASS, MT | $3.7M | -- | -$3.7M |
| RAYMOND, MT | $3.3M | -- | -$3.3M |
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