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Cherry Wood Ornamental Bookends from Japan

Pair of carved cherry wood bookends shaped as classical figures. HTS 4420.90.8000 for ornamental wooden articles with practical utility. Weighted bases prevent tipping.

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

• Emphasize 'decorative' over 'functional' in descriptions

• Pair packaging as 'set of 2' for statistical purposes

• No metal content exceeding 5% to maintain pure wood status