Maple Wood Chess Pieces Set from Japan
Hand-turned maple wood Staunton chess pieces with contrasting walnut bases. HTS 4420.90.8000 covers such ornamental wooden game articles not specifically toys. Weighted for stable gameplay with felted bottoms.
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
• Describe as 'collector/display chessmen' if over 3" height to avoid toy status
• Set packaging with board excluded prevents game set classification
• Wood species certification for multiple woods in set