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Hotel Amenity Sewing Kit from Japan

Mini sewing set for hotels with needle, thread, button, and mending tape in a branded pouch. Qualifies as HTS 9605.00.00.00 travel sewing set for personal use. Commonly provided as travel convenience.

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

• Bulk import fine if pouches remain sealed as complete sets

• Avoid sharp pins protruding to prevent hazmat flags

• Label 'for personal sewing repair only' to differentiate from craft kits