Unhardened Gelatin Sculpting Blocks from Japan
Solid blocks of worked unhardened gelatin designed for carving and sculpting in fine arts and design workshops. HTS 9602.00.10 applies to these articles as they are molded or carved from unhardened gelatin, distinct from vegetable/mineral carving materials elsewhere in the heading.
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
• Document end-use as artistic sculpting to prevent mix-up with industrial gelatin; ensure blocks are uniformly unhardened via supplier specs; avoid bulk packaging resembling food gelatin shipments