Sandalwood Incense Sticks from Japan
Sandalwood Incense Sticks are thin bamboo-core sticks coated with sandalwood powder and binders, ignited to produce a calming woody aroma through burning. Classified under HTS 3307.41.00.00 for 'Agarbatti' and similar burning odoriferous preparations used in rituals or aromatherapy. They are sold in packs for household or temple use.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include lab analysis showing essential oil content to distinguish from excluded natural oleoresins under heading 1301
• Declare exact burning mechanism in commercial invoice to prevent reclassification as non-operating preparations
• Watch for phytosanitary certificates if containing vegetable extracts to comply with agricultural import rules