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Ebony Wood Salad Tongs from Japan

Sleek serving tongs hand-turned from ebony wood for tossing and serving salads at the table. Falls under HTS 4419.20.90.00 as other tropical wood tableware, not matching bamboo or specific exclusions. Ebony's density provides excellent balance and durability.

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

Confirm CITES permits for ebony species; test for food migration safety; avoid metal inserts that could shift classification to Chapter 82 tools