Carved Antler Knife Scales from Japan
Paired scales intricately carved from deer antler for knife handle grips, sold unassembled. HTS 9601.90.80.00 covers worked antler as animal carving material, separate from base metal parts.
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
• CITES Appendix II permit required for most antler species; include export docs
• Declare as unfinished to avoid Chapter 82 classification