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Bulk Pack Natural Wood Stem Matches from Japan

Large carton of 5000 natural wood stem safety matches for wholesale distribution, packed in dispenser boxes. HTS 3605.00.00.30 covers these due to the defining natural wood stems in match production.

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

• Break down bulk into HTS-declared units for accurate duty calculation

• Obtain phytosanitary certificates for wood stems if from restricted origins

• Monitor for moisture content to prevent spontaneous combustion claims