Spode Blue Italian Porcelain Service from Japan
Spode's Blue Italian pattern offers willow/chinoiserie designs on classic English porcelain with full specified set composition including all plates, cups/saucers, bowls, platters, serving pieces, sugars, and creamers required by U.S. Note 6(b). High retail values confirm HTS 6911.10.38 classification.
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
• UK-origin goods may qualify for preferential treatment; verify origin certificates
• Pattern evolution (minor color changes) still constitutes 'same pattern' if core design retained
• Retail-ready packaging with full set photos aids CBP set determination