Buckwheat Hull Mattress from Japan
A natural mattress filled with buckwheat hulls for adjustable firmness and breathability, popular in organic bedding. Falls under 9404.29.90.95 as an 'other material' stuffed mattress, internally fitted with hulls rather than springs or excluded items. Often encased in zippered fabric shells.
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
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates for organic hulls to clear agricultural inspections at entry
• Document hull origin and treatment (e.g
• heat-killed) to comply with USDA rules