Nakaya Piccolo Fountain Pen from Japan
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 — 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
• 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