Walnut Wood Cutlery Casket from Japan
An elegant walnut wood casket with velvet-lined interior for storing silverware sets. Classified under HTS 4420.90.8000 as a wooden case for cutlery, featuring brass fittings but primarily wood construction. Its craftsmanship makes it suitable for fine dining presentations.
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
• Provide invoices specifying 'for cutlery' use to avoid reclassification as general woodenware
• Fumigation certificate required for walnut to meet USDA phytosanitary standards
• Declare exact wood content percentage if combined with other materials over 10%