Oriental Painted Paper Fan from Japan
Hand-painted oriental-style fan using thin paper mounted on lacquered sticks, precisely cut to semi-circular shape. Falls under HTS 4823.90.5000 as other shaped paper articles for hand use; painting is artisanal and subsidiary. Popular for weddings and gifts.
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
• Use photos and specs to prove hand fan function over decorative wall art
• Ensure no Jacquard perforations, which go to 4823 per chapter note