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PVC Buddha Statuette from Japan

A serene PVC-molded Buddha figure used for home altar or shelf decoration. It qualifies for HTS 3926.40.00 as an ornamental plastic statuette from polyvinyl chloride polymers.

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

• Obtain certificates confirming PVC content meets Chapter 39 polymer definitions

• Declare as 'decorative ornament' not religious article to avoid potential Chapter 99 cultural property issues

• Check for lead/phthalate content compliance under CPSIA if resembling children's items