Glass Lantern Ornament from Japan
Miniature glass lantern ornament with punched metal cap, designed to hold a candle look but non-electric. Evokes old-world Christmas charm. Glass body places it in HTS 9505.10.10.00.
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
• Specify 'non-functional lantern for decoration' to avoid lighting misclassification
• Ensure cap is minor accessory, not principal material
• Flame-retardant testing even if non-lit