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Ivory Pipe Stem from Japan

Carved ivory mouthpiece and stem for luxury tobacco pipes, ergonomically shaped for comfortable smoking. Classified as article of worked ivory under HTS 9601.10.00.00.

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

Test for lead-free ivory to meet consumer product safety standards

Declare as 'pipe accessory' not tobacco product to avoid FDA scrutiny

Use anti-tarnish packaging if combined with metal bowl components