Pine Wood Ballet Stage Backdrop from Japan
A large flat panel made from pine wood used as a painted backdrop for ballet performances, depicting scenic landscapes. It falls under HTS 4421.99.93.00 as theatrical scenery essential for stage productions. The wooden construction meets the 'other articles of wood' classification for operatic and ballet properties.
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
• Verify wood origin certificates to comply with phytosanitary requirements; ensure scenery meets fire-retardant standards for U.S. theaters; declare as 'theatrical properties' to avoid misclassification as furniture