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Wax Architectural Model from Japan

Miniature carved wax model of a building or bridge used by architects for presentations, molded from high-melt wax. Classified in HTS 9602.00.40.00 as carved wax articles for non-toy, professional use.

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 architect specs or end-use letters for industrial classification

• Package securely; fragile wax prone to damage claims

• Avoid retail packaging to prevent toy misclassification