Tiger's Eye Buddha Figurine from Japan
Serene Buddha statue carved from tiger's eye stone, featuring chatoyant golden-brown bands characteristic of this semiprecious quartz. HTS 7116.20.3500 covers such ornamental figurines of semiprecious stones.
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
• Certify no asbestos content in tiger's eye as per import health regulations
• Declare as 'decorative' not 'religious artifact' unless qualifying under 7114
• Use padded packaging; breakage leads to waste classification under note 12