Heavy Granite Base for Sculptures from Japan
A robust granite pedestal base exceeding 7.5 cm thick, precisely cut and surface-finished for supporting outdoor sculptures or statues in public spaces. Classified in HTS 6802.93.00.60 due to its worked granite construction for monumental purposes with advanced surface working. Ideal for architectural art installations.
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
• Include engineering specs confirming structural integrity and thickness for building code compliance
• Label as 'monumental purpose' to distinguish from decorative items potentially reclassifiable
• Avoid common pitfall of insufficient surface-work documentation leading to downgrade to rougher categories