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Oyster Shell Coasters Set

Sets of polished oyster shell slices finished as drink coasters, with natural ridges intact. HTS 9601.90.20.00 covers these household articles of worked shell, not kitchenware or toys excluded elsewhere.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+7.5%7.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6815.99Higher: 12.5% vs 7.5%

If agglomerated or stone-like processing

Agglomerated mineral materials like shell composites go to Chapter 68.

3926.90.99Higher: 25.3% vs 7.5%

If plastic-coated for durability

Plastics chapter applies if coating predominates or it's plastic shell imitation.

9503.00.00Higher: 12.5% vs 7.5%

If marketed as toy coasters for children

Chapter 95 excludes all toys and games from Chapter 96.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Package as sets only if sold retail; bulk shells may classify differently

β€’ Ensure no food-contact certification claims to avoid medical or Chapter 39 shifts

β€’ Document polishing as 'working' to distinguish from raw imports

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