Olive Wood Holy Family Nativity Set from Japan
Hand-carved olive wood figures of Mary, Joseph, and infant Jesus from Bethlehem, suitable for tabletop nativity scenes. Classified in HTS 9505.10.30.00 for its role in Christmas religious festivities.
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
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates for olive wood to meet USDA import requirements and prevent quarantine issues
• Document artisan origin and religious purpose to support festive classification over general woodwork
• Insure against breakage; use padded packaging for fragile carved figures during transit