Plastic Christmas Tree Ornament from Japan
A lightweight, hollow plastic bauble designed to be hung on Christmas trees, often featuring glitter or painted holiday designs. It falls under HTS 9505.10.4020 as a festive article for Christmas festivities made entirely of plastics and not classified as electric tree decorations. These ornaments are mass-produced for seasonal decoration.
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
• Verify 100% plastic construction to avoid reclassification under glass or metal headings
• Include detailed photos and material specs in entry docs to confirm festive use
• Watch for minimum value thresholds that could shift to Chapter 39 plastics