9602.00.10.80/Meerschaum Pipe Blocks/Japan

Meerschaum Pipe Blocks from Japan

Rough-worked blocks of meerschaum (mineral carving material per Chapter note) prepared for pipe carving. Classifies under HTS 9602.00.10.80 as other worked mineral carving materials. Not finished pipes or 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%

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Import Tips

• Provide geological sourcing docs for meerschaum to validate classification

• Distinguish from finished tobacco pipes under 9113.90