Ivory Hand Fan Sticks from Japan
Delicately carved ivory ribs or sticks forming the frame of traditional hand fans, intricately patterned. As worked ivory components, classified in HTS 9601.10.00.00.
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
• Import sticks separately from fabric to maintain 'worked ivory article' status
• Apply thin protective wax coating to prevent drying/cracking in transit
• Budget for extended customs review due to fan parts scrutiny