Lenox Butterfly Meadow Teacups and Saucers from Japan
Delicate porcelain teacups (8 oz) with matching saucers featuring Butterfly Meadow floral design, part of a complete specified set meeting U.S. Note 6(b) requirements with aggregate value $56-$200. The fired porcelain body is translucent and low-absorption per chapter definitions. Fits HTS 6911.10.37.10 for teacups/saucers in qualifying sets, max dimension under limits.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document all 12 cups/saucers plus required set pieces available in identical pattern; use ASTM C373 for absorption proof
• Watch for jiggered vs cast ratios if mixed in shipment per note 6(c)
• Label as 'porcelain' only if meeting translucency and absorption specs to prevent downgrading