Jasmine Agarbatti Incense from Japan
Jasmine Agarbatti consists of hand-rolled incense sticks infused with jasmine essential oil and herbal powders, burned to diffuse a floral scent during ceremonies. It qualifies for HTS 3307.41.00.00 as an odoriferous preparation operating by burning, akin to traditional 'Agarbatti' for religious rites. Packaged for retail in decorative boxes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label packs as 'for burning' to align with heading description and retail sale criteria in chapter notes
• Avoid bulk shipments over retail pack sizes to prevent scrutiny under industrial chemical headings
• Test for heavy metal contaminants in charcoal binders, as common in low-quality agarbatti