Ninja Wakizashi Blade from Japan
Shorter companion sword to the katana, the wakizashi has a 20-inch blade for quick draw in ninja combat, with ray skin wrap. As a sword under HTS 9307.00.00.00 including Japanese arms and parts. Saya scabbard matches.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Authenticity papers from licensed smiths; blade length declaration critical
• Separate valuation for koshirae (fittings) if applicable
• Cultural export license from Japan often required