Carved Wax Angel Figurine from Japan
A hand-carved decorative figurine depicting an angel, made solely from sculpted beeswax, used for holiday displays or altars. Classified under HTS 9602.00.40.00 for its carved wax construction, excluding ornamental wax with precious metals or those resembling toys.
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
• Include artisan certification or photos of carving process to prove not mass-produced under other chapters
• Ensure no embedded gems or metals; even minor additions trigger Chapter 71 exclusions