Mottled Brown Earthenware Garden Gnome from Japan
A decorative garden gnome statuette of reddish earthenware, coated in a streaked black-brown lustrous glaze from metallic oxides for weather resistance and aesthetic appeal. Intended as lawn ornamentation. Meets HTS 6913.90.30.00 criteria: fired earthenware (>3% water absorption), reddish body, and mottled metallic finish.
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
• Conduct water absorption tests per US Note (ASTM C373) to confirm earthenware status and avoid stoneware mix-up
• Include photos and material specs in entry docs to demonstrate ornamental reddish-bodied characteristics
• Beware of sets with functional planters; separate components to prevent tableware or furniture reclassification