Mango Wood Elephant Statuette from Japan
Hand-carved statuette of an elephant made from mango wood (Mangifera spp.), featuring intricate detailing of the trunk and tusks. This falls under HTS 4420.11.00.10 as a wooden ornament specifically of tropical mango wood, used for decorative purposes in homes or offices.
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
• Verify wood origin certification to confirm Mangifera spp. as required for this subheading
• Provide detailed carving descriptions and photos in entry documentation to distinguish from furniture
• Avoid common pitfalls like misclassifying as Chapter 94 if it has furniture functionality