Shadow Puppet Paper Figures from Japan
Cut-to-shape paper silhouette figures with articulation holes for traditional shadow puppet theater. HTS 4823.90.86.80 for other shaped paper performance art articles.
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
• Document cultural/traditional use and articulation specifications for proper classification
• Articulated joints distinguish from simple decals or stickers
• Toy puppet classification applies only to complete assembled figures