Cast Iron Doorstops from Japan
Heavy cast iron wedges or figurines designed to hold doors open, often with decorative animal shapes. These are other articles of iron or steel under HTS 7326.90.86, excluded from specific castings like cooking ware.
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
• Include weight and dimension specs on commercial invoices; heavy items may trigger formal entry requirements
• Certify non-toxic finishes if marketed for households with pets/children
• Avoid mislabeling as statues; function as doorstops keeps it in functional 'other' articles