Tin Butter Bell Crock from Japan
A traditional tin crock with bell-shaped lid designed to keep butter fresh on the kitchen table. It qualifies for HTS 8007.00.1050 as a plain tin article for table or kitchen use, free of precious metal plating. Maintains butter at ideal temperature without refrigeration.
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
• Provide usage description proving table/kitchen function; avoids shift to sanitary wares
• Ensure no internal food-grade coating declared, as that could trigger plastic alt classification
• Watch for undervaluation penalties; appraise based on similar US retail pricing