Unhardened Gelatin Modeling Paste from Japan
Soft, pliable paste formed from worked unhardened gelatin, ideal for sculpting, prototyping, and educational modeling in art classes. Classified under HTS 9602.00.10 as it is an article of worked unhardened gelatin, separate from modeling pastes of other materials or hardened forms. Chapter notes confirm inclusion for non-industrial, carved or molded articles.
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
• Include lab tests proving unhardened state and non-edible nature; check for contamination that could trigger food safety regulations; bundle with safety data sheets for artistic end-use to support classification