Polypropylene Doorstop Elephant from Japan
Whimsical elephant-shaped doorstop injection-molded from polypropylene, filled for weight but primarily decorative. HTS 3926.40.00.90 as ornamental plastic article where form prevails over function. PP homopolymer exceeds purity threshold.
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
• Prove decorative primacy with marketing materials showing art focus
• Disclose internal weighting material; sand/gravel doesn't change plastic heading
• Test weight stability claims to avoid liability issues post-import