Plastic Santa Claus Figurine from Japan
A molded plastic statue depicting Santa Claus, typically 6-12 inches tall, used as a tabletop decoration during Christmas season. Classified in HTS 9505.10.40 due to its plastic construction and exclusive use in Christmas 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
• Provide festive context in invoices (e.g
• 'Christmas decoration') to distinguish from general plastic toys under 9503
• Ensure no electronic components that might trigger classification as lighted articles
• Batch imports by holiday season to consolidate shipments and minimize storage duties