Nakaya Piccolo Fountain Pen from Germany
Hand-lacquered Nakaya Piccolo fountain pen from Japan features urushi finish and jo feed. Under HTS 9608.30.0039 as artisanal other fountain pens using traditional ink flow. Collectible for its customizable maki-e designs.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Certify urushi lacquer composition to avoid CITES issues with natural materials
• Declare custom artwork value separately for accurate duty computation
• Ship in protective cases to prevent finish damage affecting classification