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Flaming Skull Table Lighter from Japan

Novelty resin table lighter shaped as a flaming skull with LED eyes and butane flame from mouth. Under HTS 9613.80.10 as table lighter despite decoration, per chapter notes allowing precious/minor features. Stationary design for shelves.

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

• Decorative elements ok but prove ignition primary via specs

• LEDs require RoHS if electronic; separate declaration

• Age restriction labeling for skull theme avoids toy scrutiny