Silly Putty from Japan
Silly Putty is a bouncy, stretchable modeling paste in egg-shaped containers, a classic children's toy for pulling and bouncing. Under HTS 3407.00.20.00, it's a modeling paste for amusement, with silicone polymer providing unique elastic properties.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Certify silicone purity to avoid Chapter 39 misrouting as raw polymers
• Egg packaging aids retail classification but ensure putty is principal article
• Warn of staining potential in consumer labels for liability protection