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Shoe Shine Travel Set from Japan

A portable kit with mini shoe polish, brush, cloth, and shine applicator for maintaining footwear during travel. Classified in HTS 9605.00.00.00 as a travel set for shoe cleaning. Designed for personal use in hotels or on trips.

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

• Classify polish as non-hazardous; provide SDS for chemicals to speed customs clearance

• Ensure the set is packed for retail sale as a unit to maintain 9605 classification