Papier-Mâché Fruit Bowls from Japan
Decorative bowls molded from papier-mâché, coated for water resistance, used to display fruits or as centerpieces. HTS 4823.90.20.00 applies to these shaped paper pulp articles, not qualifying as tableware under 4823.69 if primarily decorative. They mimic ceramic but are lightweight and eco-friendly.
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
• Confirm non-food contact use in descriptions to avoid scrutiny under FDA regs for tableware
• Provide grammage and burst strength specs if challenged on paperboard vs. pulp classification