Japanese Katana Sword from Canada

A traditional Japanese katana features a curved, single-edged blade forged from high-carbon steel, with a distinctive hamon temper line and wrapped tsuka handle. It falls under HTS 9307.00.00.00 as a sword, a bladed melee weapon designed for cutting and thrusting in combat. The full tang construction and scabbard (saya) are integral to its classification.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

12.7%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify blade material and construction complies with import regulations; provide certificates of authenticity for antique or collectible status to avoid restrictions

Declare total value including scabbard; ensure proper packaging to prevent blade damage during shipping

Check country-specific blade length limits and obtain any required cultural heritage export permits from origin country